Alexander Buttner Set For Manchester United Exit In January Transfer Window

The Dutch defender has failed to impress at Old Trafford and is set for a move to Italy when the transfer window opens. Stumbling towards the exit: Alexander Buttner is set to leave Old Trafford. The Dutch left-back, 24, who arrived from Vitesse Arnhem in a £5million deal just 16 months ago, is on course to move to Italy.

Both Roma and Genoa are interested in signing him, although both would prefer to take him on loan for the remainder of the season before deciding whether to commit to a permanent deal. Even though United have been searching for a long term successor to Patrice Evra, Buttner has failed to take his chance and is now deemed surplus to requirements.