August 10th 2024.
It seems like Manchester United's pursuit of defensive reinforcements is finally paying off, as they have made significant progress in their efforts to sign two talented players, Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui. The Red Devils have been on the hunt for new defenders all summer, having already secured the services of Leny Yoro. However, Yoro has recently suffered a foot injury, which will keep him out of action for three months. This has only fueled their determination to bolster their back line, and their search has led them to Munich.
According to reports from The Athletic, Manchester United have reached an agreement with Bayern Munich to sign de Ligt for a hefty sum of €45+5m. The Dutch center-back is set to join the Red Devils on a five-year contract, with the option for a sixth year. The deal is almost finalized, with a medical examination scheduled to take place soon. This move will see de Ligt reunite with his former Ajax boss, Erik ten Hag, who is currently managing Manchester United.
Meanwhile, the pursuit of 26-year-old Mazraoui is not as advanced as de Ligt's, but progress has been made. Bayern has accepted a bid of €15+5m from Manchester United, and the only thing preventing the deal from being completed is the sale of Aaron Wan-Bissaka. It is believed that the Red Devils are hoping to offload Wan-Bissaka to West Ham for a fee of £15m, which would make room for Mazraoui's arrival. However, the transfer is still being finalized, and negotiations are ongoing between Wan-Bissaka and West Ham regarding the length of his contract.
Mazraoui has also played under ten Hag at Ajax, and his move to Bayern in 2022 has seen him make 55 appearances in all competitions over the past two seasons. Although his primary position is at right-back, he can also provide cover at left-back if needed. Manchester United fans can expect to see more news, exclusives, and analysis regarding their club's transfer activities in the coming days. To stay updated, be sure to sign up and read our Privacy Policy. We are committed to protecting your data and ensuring that your information remains safe.
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