Man United flop Tyrell Malacia trains with MLS side: Defender, 27, undergoes trial with FC Cincinnati after Old Trafford nightmare as search for new club continues

Former Manchester United defender Tyrell Malacia is training with MLS side FC Cincinnati as he seeks his next challenge after leaving Old Trafford.

Malacia’s United nightmare finally came to an end in the summer when he was released by the club after four years.

The 27-year-old left-back is looking to relaunch his career after managing just 15 minutes of senior football in his final season at the Red Devils.

Malacia is currently on trial at FC Cincinnati, training with the first team until a decision is made on whether the US side will sign him permanently.

‘FC Cincinnati has a good relationship with Malacia’s agent; training with the team is an opportunity for both parties to see if they are a good fit,’ the club have said.

Malacia’s career in Manchester was blighted by a serious knee injury, which saw him miss 17 months of his Old Trafford career due to the problem.

The Dutchman joined United in a £13million switch from Feyenoord in 2022 and featured 50 times for the club in total.

11 of those appearances came across three years after his first season at the club, with Malacia undergoing two knee surgeries during that spell.

He endured a brief loan spell at PSV Eindhoven during 2025, where he managed 12 appearances.