Manchester United have made known their stance over the signing of Moroccan midfielder Sofyan Amrabat from Fiorentina.
The Red Devils have reportedly informed Fiorentina that they will not activate the €20 million buy option clause embedded in the midfielder’s loan deal.
Manchester United Interested In Signing Sofyan Amrabat
Despite their unwillingness to trigger the purchase option clause for Amrabat, reports indicate that Manchester United are still keen on signing the 27-year-old.
The English giants are ready to discuss new terms over the signing of Sofyan Amrabat, as manager Erik ten Hag likes the midfielder.
Amrabat has also caught the eye of several clubs, but there is nothing concrete so far regarding the future of the ex-Hellas Verona man.
Sofyan Amrabat At Manchester United
The 27-year-old is also interested in returning to Manchester United, having displayed his desire to play for the club when he was acquired on loan in the summer of 2023.
Sofyan Amrabat endured a wishy-washy spell at Old Trafford, as he struggled to settle into the English side.
Erik ten Hag also made use of the midfielder in makeshift positions, leading to Amrabat not meeting up to expectation.
Meanwhile, during the matches where Sofyan Amrabat was deployed in his primary position, he produced impressive performances.
The former FC Utrecht man was also brilliant in the FA Cup final on May 25, 2024, as Manchester United defeated Manchester City to win the trophy.
Amrabat was aggressive in his defensive midfield position, halting and thwarting attacking moves of the Cityzens.
He made 30 appearances for Manchester United, scoring no goals and providing no assists in all competitions.
Who Is Sofyan Amrabat?
Sofyan Amrabat is a professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder for Fiorentina and the Morocco national team.
Amrabat was born on August 21, 1996, in Huizen, Netherlands, to father Mohammed Amrabat, with his mother’s name yet to be revealed. Reports indicate that his parents are of Moroccan-Riffian descent.
Sofyan Amrabat is the younger brother of former Morocco international and Premier League star Nordin Amrabat.
Clubs He Has Played For?
Amrabat has played for several clubs in his career, including; FC Utrecht, Feyenoord, Club Brugge and Hellas Verona.
Sofyan Amrabat Position?
Sofyan Amrabat primary position is the defensive midfield, but he can also function at the central-midfield and left back position.
Amrabat’s Market Value And Net Worth?
Amrabat’s market value is €22 million, and his net worth is estimated to be between €10 million – €15 million.
Sofyan Amrabat Salary?
The 27-year-old earns about €37, 000 per week at Fiorentina.
Sofyan Amrabat Career Stats?
Sofyan Amrabat has made 288 club appearances thus far in his career, scoring 6 goals and providing 15 assists in all competitions.
Internationally, Amrabat has made 57 appearances for Morocco, scoring no goal and providing 2 assists.
Sofyan Amrabat represented the Netherlands at Under 15 level, before representing Morocco at Under 17 and Under 23.
Sofyan Amrabat has won some trophies in his career, namely; 2 Dutch Super Cup, 1 Belgian league title, 1 KNVB Cup and 1 English FA Cup.
It will be fascinating to see where Amrabat’s career is headed, with his contract at Fiorentina running until the summer of 2025.
