Midfielder Sofyan Amrabat of Fiorentina is a target for Manchester United.

According to the most recent rumors in Italy, Manchester United has reportedly made progress on a deal for Sofyan Amrabat after holding “secret talks” with Fiorentina through intermediaries. A deal may soon be achieved. Erik ten Hag has set the Moroccan international midfielder as his next target, and there is growing optimism that a deal can be reached with the Italian team.

Amrabat had previously preferred a transfer to Spain but is now prepared to accept a move to United despite interest from Barcelona and Atletico Madrid over the past seven months.

Fiorentina will focus on selling Amrabat once they have approved Gaetano Castrovilli’s impending deal to Bournemouth, claims Italian journalist Alfredo Pedulla.

Following discussions with the World Cup semifinalist and his representatives, La Viola is fully aware that the player intends to leave the club this summer.

Now that Rasmus Hojlund has been unveiled at Old Trafford, United is in a good position to finalize his move when they play Lens on Saturday in their most recent preseason match.

Amrabat is anticipated to cost between £25 million and £30 million, therefore talks ought to be manageable.

The problem is that after spending a staggering £189 on transfers this summer, United has to raise money to keep spending.

With Galatasaray currently on the list of teams after the Brazil international, Fred is making his way toward the departure.

Additionally, Donny van de Beek is negotiating a permanent transfer to Real Sociedad in Spain.

Prior to the 2023–24 Premier League season, Ten Hag’s midfield roster would have space following both departures.

Because United wants to compete this season on all fronts, they have concentrated their efforts on improving both the quality and depth of their roster.

Amrabat has a ton of experience thanks to his World Cup exploits, and last season, he also assisted Fiorentina in reaching the UEFA Conference League final.

It’s interesting to note that he almost transferred to Tottenham under Antonio Conte, but the deal fell through in the end.

He can play as a No. 6 and is likely to challenge Casemiro for the starting spot in United’s midfield.

Even if United is successful in getting Amrabat approved, there remains a possibility that further signings will occur before the deadline on September 1.

The Red Devils are also looking for a different goalkeeper in case Dean Henderson decides to sign with Nottingham Forest.

Harry Maguire might still go if United get a better offer than the £20 million West Ham offered them. However, this is a remote possibility.