Therefore, Smalling and Sanchez may find it hard to be part of Solskjaer’s plans next season if they get recalled to Old Trafford.

But United are now focused on the Premier League and their bid to finish in the top four, which would lead them back to the Champions League.

The Manchester giants are currently sixth with five points separating them from fourth-placed Chelsea.

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