July 29th 2024.
It seems that Manchester United's boss, Erik ten Hag, is making some serious moves in this summer's transfer market. The Red Devils are reportedly on the verge of signing their third player, Noussair Mazraoui, after reaching an agreement with the Bayern Munich defender.
Ten Hag has already brought in French center-back Leny Yoro and Dutch forward Joshua Zirkzee, but he is determined to further strengthen his squad before the new season kicks off. Mazraoui, who has an impressive record of 55 appearances for Bayern and 28 caps for Morocco, has caught the eye of United as they look to offload Aaron Wan-Bissaka.
United had splashed £50m on Wan-Bissaka five years ago, but now they are ready to let him go for just £15m. The 26-year-old has been linked with a move back to London, with West Ham showing keen interest in bolstering new manager Julen Lopetegui's squad. This potential transfer would pave the way for Mazraoui's arrival at Old Trafford, as the Moroccan has already agreed to personal terms with the Premier League giants, according to Foot Mercato.
It's no surprise that Ten Hag is targeting his former players since taking over as the United manager. Mazraoui was a regular under the Dutchman during their time together at Ajax. The defender joined Bayern Munich in 2022 and has made 38 league appearances for the German club in the past two seasons.
Mazraoui was initially close to signing for West Ham earlier in the summer, but the deal fell through, leaving the door open for United to swoop in and make rapid progress on securing his signature.
The Red Devils have had a mixed start to their pre-season matches, with a 1-0 defeat to Rosenborg, followed by a 2-0 win over Rangers and a 2-1 loss to Arsenal. Ten Hag, however, remains positive about the team's progress, especially given that it's only the third week of pre-season. He was pleased with the performance in the game against Arsenal, where United took an early lead through Rasmus Hojlund before being pegged back by the Gunners.
Their next pre-season fixture is against Real Betis on Thursday, and they will then face Manchester City in the Community Shield final on August 10. After finishing eighth in the Premier League last season, United are determined to make a strong start to the new campaign and are leaving no stone unturned in their preparations.
So, while Ten Hag may be closing in on his third signing, the Red Devils are leaving no room for complacency as they look to bounce back and challenge for the top spots in the league. Keep an eye out for more updates on Manchester United's news, exclusives, and analysis, as the team gears up for an exciting season ahead. Don't forget to sign up for all the latest updates on our site, and rest assured that your privacy is protected by our policies.
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