Manchester United are moving nearer to a third signing of the summer with Noussair Mazraoui expected to move to the club.
Moroccan full-back Noussair Mazraoui could become Manchester United’s next summer signing, following the moves for Leny Yoro and Joshua Zirkzee.
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United currently have just one senior full-back on the USA tour, Aaron Wan-Bissaka. Yet he is moving closer to the exit, to make way for Mazraoui.
There are other transfer moves in the mix too, potentially for Mazraoui’s Bayern teammate Matthijs de Ligt.
Keep track of the latest developments in our live blog…
McTominay open to Fulham
Ben Jacobs reports Scott McTominay is open to a move to Fulham, who could return with a new offer.
He adds that Galatasaray’s interest is a move the Scotland international is less keen on.
Scott McTominay latest
According to The Athletic, Manchester United may be willing to strike a deal to sell Scott McTominay for £25 million. This valuation has not yet been met.
De Ligt discussed…
Bayern goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has been speaking about his admiration for Matthijs de Ligt…
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One in one out…
Sky Sports have been discussing Manchester United’s current transfer situation.
Another exit possible
Aaron Wan-Bissaka is not the only player Manchester United could sell. Earlier today it emerged Fulham had made a bid for Scott McTominay.
It was not enough to sway United, but they are expected to return with a higher offer.
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Long-term deal in play
Noussair Mazraoui’s contract at Bayern Munich is set to run to 2026.
He has an offer on the table from Manchester United which will run to 2029.
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Mazraoui rejected West Ham
West Ham had hoped to strike a deal for Noussair Mazraoui. He rejected the move last week, holding out for a move to Manchester United.
It looks like he will get his wish, with the Hammers now clearing the way, holding talks to sign Aaron Wan-Bissaka.
[Link]No hard feelings at Bayern
Noussair Mazaroui would leave Bayern with the respect of the fans, who feel he has conducted himself professionally amid his reported desire to leave.
Noussair Mazraoui and Antony connection
Noussair Mazraoui and Antony played together at Ajax, and this partnership could help both players out.
As it stands, they will have to force their way into the team, with Diogo Dalot and Amad the first choice on the right.
Read below to find out more about Antony and Mazraoui’s previous connection…
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When Bayern’s next friendly takes place
Bayern Munich are in action against Tottenham in South Korea on Saturday at 12pm UK time.
This means there is no immediate decision for Bayern to make overnight whether Mazraoui plays, or not.
By time we reach the game on Saturday, there is a chance Mazraoui has already left the squad to fly to Manchester to seal his move.
Is that wishful thinking?
[Link]Matthijs de Ligt update
Florian Plettenberg reports Matthijs de Ligt will return to Bayern Munich’s training ground on Friday, for the first time since Euro 2024.
He adds: “A deal with Manchester United is still not there. Bayern still demand €50m + add-ons. But the clubs remain in contact.
“Meanwhile, De Ligt is not stressing about the transfer and will prepare professionally and motivated for the next weeks, even though he has already agreed on a move with #MUFC”.
Recap: Wan-Bissaka out and Mazraoui in moves nearer
Aaron Wan-Bissaka is now claimed to have a verbal agreement with West Ham.
This has led Manchester United to inform Noussair Mazraoui to prepare to make the move to the club.
Full story below…
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Did you know?
Noussair Mazraoui was the first ever Ajax academy player handed a debut by Erik ten Hag back in 2018.
Ten Hag handed debuts to 23 academy stars during his time at Ajax. He has so far done so six times at Manchester United.
[Link]Unhappy Bayern fans?
Noussair Mazaroui’s expected exit from Bayern Munich might not be going down too well.
‘Big mistake, he is our best RB’, is one response among the Bayern fanbase.
Mazraoui move analysis
The prospect of losing Aaron Wan-Bissaka has split the fanbase, with the defender’s qualities at the back clear to see over the past five seasons.
But there is a case to try a new approach and back Erik ten Hag by doubling down with an attacking full-back. Read our analysis of why this move will work…
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Noussair Mazraoui pictured in Seoul
For now, Noussair Mazraoui is in South Korea. He was pictured in Seoul earlier today with his Bayern Munich teammates.
Matthijs de Ligt is not there. He did not travel on their tour.
Aaron Wan-Bissaka ‘agrees exit’
The move Manchester United need to unlock the Mazraoui deal is to sell Aaron Wan-Bissaka.
According to Florian Plettenberg, there has been a major breakthrough with West Ham.
He reports: “West Ham have now reached a verbal agreement with Aaron Wan-Bissaka.”
He adds that personal terms have been agreed, with the two just just needing to agree a fee.
Manchester United inform Mazraoui deal close
Welcome to our live blog, we will be tracking the latest developments to see if Manchester United can move closer to tying up a key deal.
According to journalist Santi Aouna, ‘Manchester United has informed Noussair Mazraoui that the deal will be finalized’.
Mazraoui is on tour with Bayern Munich in South Korea, and is waiting for the green light to head to Manchester to tie up his move to Manchester United.
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