Manchester United to offer new deal to Matteo Darmian?

Manchester United have reportedly decided to change their stance regarding defender Matteo Darmian.

The Italy international is nearing the end of his fourth campaign at Old Trafford, but the 29-year-old is known to be in favour of a return to Serie A.

The versatile full-back has also only made six outings in all competitions this season, and it has been suggested that a transfer will take place in the summer.

However, according to Gazzetta dello Sport, United are ready to offer Darmian a new four-year deal in the coming months.

The report suggests that the development is partly due to United being keen to avoid losing the player on a free transfer, with his existing deal expiring in 2020.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is already expected to lose one full-back in the summer, with Antonio Valencia ready to leave the Premier League giants.