Manchester United are set to begin new negotiations with Fiorentina for midfielder Sofyan Amrabat according to Fabrizio Romano. The Red Devils have been heavily linked with the player throughout the summer transfer window and with deadline day looming, the club are eager to solidify their midfield.
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Man Utd Aim to Wrap Up Sofyan Amrabat Deal
Club’s Previous ‘Derisory’ Loan Offer Rejected by Fiorentina
United are set to start new negotiations with Amrabat’s club after their previous loan offer was rejected. The Athletic’s James Horncastle has revealed that the proposal rejected by Fiorentina on Wednesday evening contained a £1.7 million loan fee, set to be paid in two instalments.
However, the offer also contained a break clause, which would allow the Manchester club to end the loan deal in January, with the Serie A side only guaranteed to receive around £850,00o from the deal. The offer was described as “derisory” by the journalist and was swiftly rejected by the club.
Now, United appear to be keen to wrap up a deal for the Morrocan midfielder. It is understood that Amrabat has made clear that he “wants to join” Erik ten Hag’s side and will not consider other clubs while a move to United is still possible.
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Fulham ‘Not in the Race’ For United Target Despite Interest
Fulham have been searching for a midfielder to replace Joao Palhinha, after news of Bayern Munich’s intention to sign their star player. United’s own Scott McTominay is understood to be a potential target, however, it has also been reported that the West London club have made a £25.6 million offer to sign Amrabat.
Despite the lofty ambition demonstrated by The Cottagers, Romano has claimed in his reports that Fulham will not be involved at this stage. It is unlikely they will have the opportunity to land the player’s signature unless talks between Fiorentina and The Red Devils completely break down.
After weeks of anticipation, United fans may finally have reason to be optimistic about their prospects of signing the star midfielder. His unique mixture of physicality, positional awareness and technical prowess are sure to make him a success at Old Trafford if the club can get a deal over the line
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