Manchester United sign Noussair Mazraoui as summer transfer spree continues, but one star must go first

By premiernews On Jul 29, 2024

Manchester United are close to completing their next summer signing after reaching an agreement with Noussair Mazraoui.

The Red Devils have agreed a fee of between £15m and £20m for the Bayern Munich star.

Mazraoui is close to signing for Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty

Erik the Hag are looking for a new right-back this summer, but the deal will only go through on one condition.

Mazraoui's move could depend on a deal being reached Aaron Wan-Bissaka Away from the club, talksPORT understands.

West Ham are in talks to sign the defender, who is valued at £15m, meaning Manchester United's move will be dependent on the former Crystal Palace man walking out the door.

However, he did. Reject move to east London Last week, the Hammers negotiated again for the defender.

The east London club had also been pursuing Mazraoui, having previously agreed a deal worth £15million before switching their focus to Wan-Bissaka.

Mazraoui played with Ten Hag at Ajax between 2018 and 2022, meaning he is a trusted player by the Manchester United manager.

The 26-year-old joined Bayern the same year Ten Hag left, and went on to make 55 appearances for the German side.

There is also hope that his arrival will help Antonio's development.

The Brazilian winger played alongside Mazraoui at Ten Hag's Ajax, leading Antony to contribute 46 goals in just 82 games.

In the two seasons they played together, Ajax won two consecutive league titles.

The defender played with Erik ten Hag for four years at Ajax.Credit: Getty

Wan-Bissaka is likely to leave Old Trafford this summerCredit: Getty

It was that sort of form that led to him joining Manchester United in an £86m deal two years ago.

Manchester United will be desperate to improve on last season's performances in both the league and cup.

After finishing the season in eighth place in the Premier League, the Red Devils qualified for Europe after beating Manchester City in the FA Cup final.

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They have already completed one £56m deal to sign Leny Yoro Coming from Lille, a great coup amidst the interest of Real Madrid.

Manchester United's season kicks off on Friday 16 August when they host Fulham at Old Trafford.

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