£30k a week player grows tired of waiting for United’s call sets sights on Saudi Pro League 

Among Manchester United’s summer midfield shortlist is one familiar face, who they’re seemingly keeping as an alternative to fall back on.

 

It’s been widely speculated ever since he made the temporary move last summer that Sofyan Amrabat would jump at the chance to sign for United permanently, which remained an option throughout the majority of last season due to the buy clause inserted into his deal.

 

However, towards the closing stages of 2023/2024, speculation began to emerge suggesting that the club would opt against activating the £21.4 million option. He has since returned to Fiorentina for pre-season but remains a candidate if INEOS fail to adequately bolster Erik ten Hag’s midfield depth.

 

Pocketing a modest £30,000 per week, Amrabat could prove to be a low-cost addition to the team – especially given that the Serie A outfit are unlikely to set a high valuation after he just entered the final 12 months of his contract.

£30k a week player grows tired of waiting for United’s call sets sights on Saudi Pro League 

Yet, despite the Moroccan ‘engine’ deeming Old Trafford his dream move on deadline day last year, he won’t be waiting on their call this summer the same way he did in 2023. HITC – relayed by GiveMeSport – claims the player is attracted to the prospect of joining Fenerbache after they established their interest in recent weeks.

 

 

 

Now managed by the decorated Jose Mourinho, Amrabat could well thrive in his play style in a lesser-demanding league than the English top flight.

 

 

Highlights

Fenerbahce is interested in signing Sofyan Amrabat, potentially ending his Manchester United dream.

Manchester United refused a £17 million option for Amrabat this summer.

Sander Berge is keen to join Manchester United with a potential £25 million offer being prepared.

Sofyan Amrabat could be set to give up on his Manchester United dream after interest emerged from Fenerbahce, according to HITC.

 

 

The Morocco international spent last season on loan at Old Trafford after being dubbed “extraordinary” by Luis Enrique, but failed to make a big impact, although he shone during the FA Cup final win over Manchester City at Wembley.

 

Erik Ten Hag is keen to bolster his midfield options and Amrabat is a target to return, although the club have already turned down the option to make the loan from Fiorentina permanent on the pre-agreed terms last summer.

 

Fenerbahce Want to Sign Sofyan Amrabat

Jose Mourinho is a big fan of the midfielder

Manchester United’s Sofyan Amrabat in action

After waiting until the final hours of the transfer window last summer to seal a deal for Amrabat, the 27-year-old revealed that it was a dream come true to make the move to Old Trafford.

 

But the Reds deemed his £17million option as too expensive and opted against triggering it, leaving him free to negotiate with other clubs with Fiorentina’s permission. INEOS retain an interest in him, having seen a move for Manuel Ugarte of Paris Saint-Germain stall, but now face competition for his signature.

 

Sofyan Amrabat’s Stats (2023/24 Premier League)

 

Games

 

21

 

Pass completion

 

87.0%

 

Progressive passes

 

6.33

 

Tackles

 

2.59

 

Minutes played

 

938

 

While speaking to GIVEMESPORT transfer expert Fabrizio Romano revealed that Amrabat was “waiting for Manchester United” this summer, but it has now been reported that he has opened the door to other possibilities.

 

That has opened the door for Turkish Super Lig club Fenerbahce and their new manager Jose Mourinho to make a move, with Amrabat open to making the switch as he would be willing to play under one of the sport’s most decorated managers ever.

 

Manchester United Prepare Sander Berge Bid

Burnley eye £30million to sell Norwegian

Sander Berge

 

While Amrabat may choose to shut the door on his Manchester United dream, Sander Berge is edging closer to fulfilling his with the Red Devils planning a mega offer for the Norwegian.

 

Burnley are holding out for £30million to allow their star midfielder to leave the club amid interest from INEOS chiefs, but Man United are said to be preparing an offer worth £25million inclusive of add-ons.

 

The 26-year-old is reportedly keen to make the move to Old Trafford and would earn around £100,000 per week should the move be completed, although it remains to be seen if they can strike a deal with his club.