Another Man Utd flop! Unwanted loan star returns to Ruben Amorim's side after club decide against triggering €10m buy option

Malacia is back at Manchester United after PSV declined to make his loan move permanent. The Dutch club, despite winning the Eredivisie, were unconvinced by his impact during his 12 appearances and informed United they wouldn’t activate the €10 million (£8.5m) buy option as per Fabrizio Romano.

Manchester United’s long-standing struggle to sell underperforming players continues, as Malacia’s return adds to a growing list of fringe players—like Sancho, Rashford, and Antony—whose futures remain uncertain under Ruben Amorim. With limited suitors and strict Profitability and Sustainability Rules, United risk another stagnant window.

Malacia joined United for £13 million in 2022 and spent over a year sidelined with a knee injury before returning in November. Despite playing eight games under Amorim and helping PSV secure the league title, he failed to impress. Now 25 years old, his market value has dropped to £7m (£5.9m), far below what United need to break even.

The Red Devils will now explore alternative options to sell Malacia, with hopes of recouping a portion of their initial investment. But with little interest currently, the club may be forced to consider another loan, adding further complications to Amorim's summer rebuild.