Sofyan Amrabat signs with Man United, rejecting Liverpool and Bayern Munich

The answer to Manchester United's midfield?

Sofyan Amrabat signs with Man United, rejecting Liverpool and Bayern Munich

Sofyan Amrabat (Source: via SkySports)

Sofyan Amrabat‘s wait since June has seemingly paid off as the Moroccan International is expected to go under medical tests before an agreement is reached with Manchester United. Amrabat has made it clear since the window was open that he had only one destination in mind, the Red side of Manchester.

Sofyan Amrabat was a midfielder in demand by a plethora of clubs. As early as January, Spanish club, Barcelona had their advances rejected by Fiorentina. A move to Anfield was also on the cards back in July but amounted to nothing as the player had rejected the offer. Bayern Munich were also interested in the player but no concrete moves were made to bring the player to Germany. Like many players, he also received offers from Saudi Arabia, Al-Ahli being one of them. The player who was keen to move to Old Trafford rejected all offers.

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A late approach was made by Fulham after their midfielder João Palhinha seems to be making a move towards Bayern. Fiorentina have also made efforts to replace the player before he leaves by approaching Sassuolo player, Maxime Lopez. The Moroccan International who is expected to leave the club is valued around £25m-30m. With an initial loan offer being rejected by Fiorentina, it seems that Manchester United will get their man as things are now moving quickly. Fabrizio Romano has signaled the transfer ‘Here We Go‘.

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Will Amrabat be able to help Manchester United after their shaky midfield performances in the first 3 games of the season? Fans will be hoping so as a tough Arsenal game awaits them at the Emirates on Sunday.

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Manchester United’s midfield dilemma with Sofyan Amrabat’s arrival

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(L-R)Maddison, Casemiro (Source: via SkySports)

Manchester United, along with Amrabat, have signed 2 midfielders this summer. Mason Mount from Chelsea and now Sofyan Amrabat from Fiorentina. With Bruno Fernandes and Casemiro being nailed-on starters for the side, how will Erik Ten Hag manage the midfield? Fred was sold, and Donny Van de Beek is expected to leave, however, that still leaves the likes of Scott McTominay and Christian Eriksen on the bench. Kobbie Mainoo who is considered talent by the fans and manager alike, will he get any playing time to develop? Many questions are being asked.

The first two games showed that Mason Mount is unable to function in his new role at the club. Casemiro is left stranded alone in the base of midfield causing teams to carve the team open time after time. The addition of Amrabat is to combat said issues. Many fans believe Sofyan to play the role of a ball-winning midfielder. To provide more pace and speed to an ageing Casemiro who cannot do everything alone.

Erik Ten Hag has already come under scrutiny as he has begun the season with new tactics that have not worked. With a tough set of games on the horizon against Arsenal, Brighton and Burnley, questions will be asked if he does not get the team to perform at a higher level.

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