Matteo Darmian’s agent has suggested that the defender is considering leaving Manchester United during the January transfer window unless his situation at the club changes.

The 26-year-old has fallen out of favour at Old Trafford after making just one appearance so far this season under new manager Jose Mourinho.

Fausto Pari insists that his client could be set to leave the club in January if his situation at the club isn’t resolved as he fears the defender will use his place in the Italian national team.

‘He’s playing little or nothing and it’s a shame because he’s an Italy international,’ Pari told SkySports.

‘If the situation doesn’t change by January, we’ll have to think of something. He risks also losing his place in the national team.

‘We’ve got to see what United want to do. Italian clubs have tried [to sign him], but United closed the door immediately.’

The defender’s agent revealed that he has already received an offer from Serie A club Napoli but he insists that it is up to the club to resolve the matter.

‘We’re only at the start of October so there is still time and we will see how the situation evolves,’ he added.

‘Napoli have [Ivan] Strinic in that position, though. I don’t want to do [Napoli sporting director Cristiano] Giuntoli’s work for him, though, and it will be up to them to decide whether they want to make a move for Darmian.’

When the Premier League returns, Manchester United will travel to Anfield when they face Liverpool on October 17.

Kick-off has been set for 21:00.