Transfer Talk: Man Utd to focus on Amrabat after Fred leaves

Nick JuddTransfer authorAug 11, 2023 6:49 PM ET4 Minutes Reading

Summer transfer window opens in EuropeAnd there’s a lot of rumors going around. Transfer Talk brings you the latest news on rumors, arrivals, departures and of course finished deals!

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Manchester United will continue on its way with ambition to sign Sofia Amrabat From Fiorentina, according to Sun.

Following the proposed move output for Amrabat Fred To Fenerbahçe, the Turkish side reached an agreement in principle worth €10 million ($10.9 million) plus €5 million in addition. The 30-year-old will fly to Istanbul on Saturday for a checkup and will be subject to agreed personal requirements and international clearance.

If the move does happen, United boss Erik Ten Hag is looking to continue his plans to bring Amrabat to Old Trafford in a bid to strengthen the Red Devils’ midfield.

United have been in talks with Fiorentina over a potential deal over the summer and are eager to cross the line. The hold is believed to be partly due to the delay in Fred’s departure from the club.

Juventus are also looking to sign Amrabat, 26, who came to the fore when Morocco reached the World Cup semi-finals last year.

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