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Manchester United report: Defender could leave for bitter rivals Leeds

Manchester United defender Phil Jones, applauding
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Manchester United defender Phil Jones could reportedly cross the Pennines to join Leeds this transfer window.

The centre-back has becoming something of a forgotten man at Old Trafford, featuring just 13 times in the last three seasons. 

And, despite his injury history, Jones - who joined United from Blackburn back in 2011 - would add plenty of Premier League experience to Jesse Marsch's squad; he's made the best part of 200 appearances in the division. 

"I'm still only 30 and I've missed a lot of football. I'm hoping to recapture some form and enjoy playing football.

"When I was out injured, it was a difficult time, but I'll never give up. I feel like I'm still good enough and I've got a lot to give.

"So I'm hopeful. I'm ready to play again."

Tom Hancock

Tom Hancock started freelancing for FourFourTwo in April 2019 and has also written for the Premier League and Opta Analyst, among others. He supports Wycombe Wanderers and has a soft spot for Wealdstone. A self-confessed statto, he has been known to watch football with a spreadsheet (or several) open...