Manchester United have scheduled medical tests for Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui.
Manchester United are on the brink of finalising two major signings early this week, with medicals scheduled for Bayern Munich duo Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui. These transfers are poised to significantly strengthen United’s defensive options ahead of their Premier League opener against Fulham on Friday.
Following the recent additions of Joshua Zirkzee from Bologna and Leny Yoro from Lille, Manchester United have swiftly moved to secure deals for Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui. Both players, who previously played under Erik ten Hag at Ajax, are expected to join for a combined fee of €70 million (£59.9 million), including achievable add-ons.
Reinforcements for Manchester United’s defence
According to Fabrizio Romano via X, Manchester United’s offers for De Ligt and Mazraoui were accepted over the weekend, and the players are set to undergo medical examinations on Monday. The Dutch centre-back, De Ligt, is expected to cost United €45 million, potentially rising to €50 million with add-ons, while Moroccan right-back Mazraoui’s transfer fee is €15 million, potentially increasing to €20 million.
The arrival of De Ligt is particularly crucial following Raphael Varane’s departure and a recent injury sustained by Yoro. These signings are intended to shore up Manchester United’s defensive line, which has been under scrutiny due to the makeshift centre-back pairing of Harry Maguire and Jonny Evans during the Community Shield match against Manchester City.
Reuniting with Ten Hag
Both De Ligt and Mazraoui have previously flourished under Ten Hag’s management at Ajax Amsterdam, with the former serving as captain during their successful spell. Their impending arrivals mark a significant reunion and will provide much-needed depth in their respective positions. Mazraoui is set to fill the right-back slot, with Diogo Dalot currently holding the position and Aaron Wan-Bissaka expected to join West Ham soon.
As long as the deals are completed and the players registered by midday on Thursday, they will be eligible to feature in United’s Premier League match against Fulham on Friday. This timely boost comes as Ten Hag openly acknowledged Manchester United’s defensive challenges, and the new additions could prove vital in addressing these issues.
Manchester United have scheduled medical tests for Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui.
Manchester United are on the brink of finalising two major signings early this week, with medicals scheduled for Bayern Munich duo Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui. These transfers are poised to significantly strengthen United’s defensive options ahead of their Premier League opener against Fulham on Friday.
Following the recent additions of Joshua Zirkzee from Bologna and Leny Yoro from Lille, Manchester United have swiftly moved to secure deals for Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui. Both players, who previously played under Erik ten Hag at Ajax, are expected to join for a combined fee of €70 million (£59.9 million), including achievable add-ons.
Reinforcements for Manchester United’s defence
According to Fabrizio Romano via X, Manchester United’s offers for De Ligt and Mazraoui were accepted over the weekend, and the players are set to undergo medical examinations on Monday. The Dutch centre-back, De Ligt, is expected to cost United €45 million, potentially rising to €50 million with add-ons, while Moroccan right-back Mazraoui’s transfer fee is €15 million, potentially increasing to €20 million.
The arrival of De Ligt is particularly crucial following Raphael Varane’s departure and a recent injury sustained by Yoro. These signings are intended to shore up Manchester United’s defensive line, which has been under scrutiny due to the makeshift centre-back pairing of Harry Maguire and Jonny Evans during the Community Shield match against Manchester City.
Reuniting with Ten Hag
Both De Ligt and Mazraoui have previously flourished under Ten Hag’s management at Ajax Amsterdam, with the former serving as captain during their successful spell. Their impending arrivals mark a significant reunion and will provide much-needed depth in their respective positions. Mazraoui is set to fill the right-back slot, with Diogo Dalot currently holding the position and Aaron Wan-Bissaka expected to join West Ham soon.
As long as the deals are completed and the players registered by midday on Thursday, they will be eligible to feature in United’s Premier League match against Fulham on Friday. This timely boost comes as Ten Hag openly acknowledged Manchester United’s defensive challenges, and the new additions could prove vital in addressing these issues.