The Daily Mail claims the 24-year-old’s tendency to take risks, coupled with a fiery temperament, has contributed to Manchester United’s trainer Louis Van Gaal’s decision making.
A host of Brazilian clubs, led by Belo Horizonte outfit Cruzeiro, are thought to have expressed an interest in the defender, who last appeared for United in January’s 2-0 win over Yeovil in the FA Cup.
That was only Rafael’s ninth appearance of the season, and with his contract set to expire in 15 months’ time United have already begun the search for a replacement.
Danilo of Porto and Southampton’s Nathaniel Clyne are thought to be among the list of candidates.
