Manchester United is poised to make a significant addition to their squad this summer as they reportedly edge closer to signing Fiorentina’s star midfielder, Sofyan Amrabat.
The 26-year-old Moroccan has caught the attention of the 20-time English champions, and recent developments indicate a potential move to Old Trafford is on the horizon.
Having already secured the signatures of Mason Mount from Chelsea and Andre Onana from Inter Milan, Manchester United has been active in the transfer market.
Andre Onana is expected to make his debut against Real Madrid on Wednesday night, while Mason Mount is set to bolster the attacking options.
While Mason Mount’s arrival addresses the attacking midfield, Manchester United’s focus now shifts towards strengthening their frontline further. The club has intensified its interest in Atalanta BC’s talented forward, Rasmus Hojlund, viewing him as the primary target in the final third of the field.
In addition to their pursuit of attacking talent, the Red Devils’ head coach, Erik ten Hag, is resolute in bringing in a defensive midfielder this summer. With Fred’s potential departure and uncertainties surrounding Scott McTominay’s future, the club is determined to reinforce the midfield area.
Sofyan Amrabat has been a standout performer for Fiorentina throughout the 2022-23 campaign, featuring in 49 matches across all competitions.
His contributions were pivotal in Fiorentina’s journey to the finals of the Europa Conference League and Coppa Italia. Moreover, Amrabat showcased his skills on the international stage, playing a key role in Morocco’s impressive run to the semi-finals of the 2022 World Cup.
While Manchester United is keen on securing Amrabat’s services, they are not the only club interested in the midfielder. Aston Villa and Liverpool have also expressed their interest in acquiring the talented Moroccan.
Furthermore, Barcelona was heavily linked with him earlier this year, indicating the high regard in which Amrabat is held across Europe.
With Manchester United’s successful pre-season campaign so far, winning all three matches, they seem to be in pole position to secure Amrabat’s signature during the current window. However, finalizing the deal may hinge on potential player exits to free up space in the squad.
Amrabat’s contract with Fiorentina is set to expire next June, and he has reportedly made it clear that he will not extend his stay with the Italian club. The reported transfer fee of around €30m (£25.9m) including bonuses further adds to the intrigue surrounding the move.