Manchester United are pursuing a deal for Fiorentina midfielder Sofyan Amrabat – with Erik ten Hag’s relationship with the player potentially decisive.
The Moroccan international played under Ten Hag across 18 months for Eredivisie club FC Utrecht. The United boss has been extremely virtuous towards the player – heralding his stamina and desire to place the team above himself, a quality which he holds in the upmost regard.
The centre of midfield is not currently a priority position for the Red Devils to strengthen, especially after Mason Mount completed his move to Old Trafford from Chelsea with United paying an initial £55m plus up to £5m in add-ons. He is United's only summer signing to date.
