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Radamel Falcao may have offered a clue to his future plans with a cryptic tweet about his new haircut.
The Colombian striker has spent the season on loan at Manchester United but with a return of just four goals during his time at Old Trafford there is uncertainty over whether he will remain at the club.
Manchester United have an option to sign Falcao for around £40m but have not indicated if they will activate it.
However, Falcao may have given a hint that his future lies away from Old Trafford.
The 29-year-old tweeted a picture of his new haircut last night, along with a message in Spanish that some have suggested carries a meaning beyond his trip to the barbers.
It read: "The changes are not easy, but there are times when you have to. Dare!!"
Manchester United exits: Players out of contract or reportedly set to be sold this summerShow all 10 1 /10Manchester United exits: Players out of contract or reportedly set to be sold this summer Manchester United exits: Players out of contract or reportedly set to be sold this summer James Wilson OUT OF CONTRACT: The 19-year-old is considered a strong prospect for the future, signalled by 16 appearances under Louis van Gaal this season. Looks likely to agree a new deal during the summer.
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Manchester United exits: Players out of contract or reportedly set to be sold this summer Tom Cleverley OUT OF CONTRACT: Has spent the season on loan at Aston Villa and is expected to make the move permanent this summer or potentially join Everton.
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Manchester United exits: Players out of contract or reportedly set to be sold this summer Ben Amos OUT OF CONTRACT: The third-choice stopper is expected to go, but with uncertainty over the futures of those ahead of him at Old Trafford, the situation could change.
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Manchester United exits: Players out of contract or reportedly set to be sold this summer Radamel Falcao END OF LOAN: A return of just four goals meant United opted to decline their option to sign the Colombian on a permanent deal
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Manchester United exits: Players out of contract or reportedly set to be sold this summer Angel Di Maria RUMOURED EXIT: Despite only signing last summer, Di Maria's frustrating season has led to speculation he could make a swift exit. Linked with PSG, who tried to sign him when he left Real Madrid.
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Manchester United exits: Players out of contract or reportedly set to be sold this summer David De Gea RUMOURED EXIT: Appears torn between remaining at Old Trafford and returning to his home city with Real Madrid. With just one year remaining on his current deal, something looks likely to give this summer.
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Manchester United exits: Players out of contract or reportedly set to be sold this summer Robin van Persie RUMOURED EXIT: With Memphis Depay having already signed and speculation Van Gaal will move for another striker, there might not be any room for Van Persie. With a year to run on his contract, Manchester United may look to recoup some of the fee they paid Arsenal rather than letting him leave for free 12 months down the line. Juventus linked.
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Manchester United exits: Players out of contract or reportedly set to be sold this summer Adnan Januzaj RUMOURED EXIT: The Belgian youngster has struggled for game time under Van Gaal having broken into the team under David Moyes. With a contract until 2018, he's expected to stay, but a loan move shouldn't be ruled out.
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Manchester United exits: Players out of contract or reportedly set to be sold this summer Javier Hernandez RETURNING LOANEE: Has spent the season at Real Madrid and scored eight goals - including the winner against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League quarter-finals. Will return to Old Trafford this summer but could be swiftly sold or loaned out.
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Manchester United exits: Players out of contract or reportedly set to be sold this summer Nani RETURNING LOANEE: With a contract until 2018, Manchester United are in a strong position over Nani who has performed well whilst on his season-long loan at Sporting Lisbon. Difficult to see how he would fit in if retained and United could command a decent fee for the Portugal international.
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Falcao's final game for Manchester United could be this Sunday when the Red Devils take on relegation threatened Hull.
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