Manchester United ace Sergio Romero wanted by Argentine side Racing Club but Jose Mourinho keen for him to stay
Jose Mourinho does not want to lose his No 2 but stopper believes he needs to leave to keep World Cup dream alive
SERGIO ROMERO could been given an escape route from Manchester United by Argentina side Racing Club, according to reports.
The Red Devils No 2 knows he will not get much game time at Old Trafford and is growing concerned at the effect it could have on his World Cup ambitions.
Argentina daily Ole report Racing would offer him the chance of first team football, but that any deal for Romero would be complicated by his wage demands.
Jose Mourinho has attempted to block any move for the Argentina stopper as he feels in the experienced Argentinian he has the perfect back-up to David De Gea.
Following a chat with Albiceleste boss Jorge Sampaoli, it became clear that Romero will need to play more to make sure he is part of the squad which travels to Russia.
A six-month loan deal would provide a potential solution.
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However, it would not really suit United's needs, so it is unlikely they would be willing to cover his salary for that period.
Romero was signed by Louis van Gaal in the summer of 2015 and started that season as first-choice goalkeeper as De Gea looked to be on his way to Real Madrid.
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Following the collapse of the deal, he stayed as the Spaniard's No 2.
Romero has won the FA Cup, Carabao Cup and played in the Europa League success over Ajax.