Manchester United might have reached an agreement with Noussair Mazraoui, although his arrival would depend on Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s departure.
According to The Guardian, Manchester Untied have reached an agreement with Bayern Munich for the transfer of Noussair Mazraoui. But his arrival will depend on Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s departure. The Red Devils are likely to pay between £15 million and £20 million for the Moroccan international, while their English full-back could return to London.
Noussair Mazraoui’s arrival depends on Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s exit
Manchester United are in the market for a new right-back and may have narrowed their search down towards Bayern Munich’s Noussair Mazraoui. The Moroccan international is keen on leaving Bayern, and in recent days, a move to West Ham failed, as he was close to joining up with Julen Lopetegui’s men, with the Hammers agreeing to a deal worth £15 million, including add-ons.
His failure to join the Hammers gave Manchester United the window to enter the chase, and they have since held important discussions with Bayern Munich. As things stand, the Red Devils have reportedly agreed a deal for the 26-year-old Bundesliga winner between £15 million and £20 million.
Quite why it is more than the terms agreed with the Hammers remains the question. But such is the market in many cases. The Red Devils are eager to bring Noussair Mazraoui on board to solve a problem area, while his ability to play on the left-hand side might have been a big plus point.
Erik ten Hag knows him well, having coached him during his Ajax days, which gives the manager an insight into what he could bring to his team. Meanwhile, his arrival is being held up as Manchester United will only finalise the deal once they can get Aaron Wan-Bissaka off their books.
Is Aaron Wan-Bissaka close to a departure?
Manchester United are hoping to sell Wan-Bissaka at the earliest, as they are not equipped with the funds to complete the Noussair Mazraoui transfer without the sale of the right-back. West Ham are in talks with the full-back with the Red Devils demanding around £15 million for the player who cost them £45 million five years ago.
An exit for Wan-Bissaka and the incoming arrival of Mazraoui will be seen as essential business for Manchester United, who are seeking a different option in that position. Both these deals are close, and they will now accelerate the sale so as to bring the 26-year-old Bundesliga winner to Old Trafford.
