Manchester United’s latest signing, Sofyan Amrabat, has been found to have a slight back issue during his medical examination before completing his move to the club. Despite the discovery, United went ahead with the signing, securing Amrabat on an initial season-long loan deal with an option to purchase the Moroccan midfielder.
The transfer saga surrounding Amrabat had been ongoing for months, with United finally able to make a move for him on deadline day. Due to financial constraints, the club had to wait until the final days of the transfer window to raise enough funds through player sales. Matt Hargreaves, United’s head of negotiations, even took a private jet to Florence in order to conclude the deal.
However, there was not enough time for Amrabat to travel to the UK for a medical examination. Instead, a medical was arranged for him in Italy. It was during this examination that United’s medical staff detected the back issue. According to The Athletic, Amrabat had previously received pain-killing injections for his back during Morocco’s run to the World Cup semi-finals in December.
Despite the back issue, United deemed it not serious enough to block the transfer and proceeded with the loan deal. Amrabat could potentially make his debut for the club against Brighton after the international break.
The signing of Amrabat adds depth and versatility to United’s midfield options. The 27-year-old is known for his technical skills and ability to contribute both defensively and offensively. His presence will provide competition for places and give manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer more options in midfield.
United fans will be eager to see how Amrabat adapts to the Premier League and how he can contribute to the team’s success. With his experience and quality, he has the potential to make a significant impact on United’s performances.
In other news, Eric Bailly has left Manchester United to join Besiktas on a permanent deal. The club is still trying to offload Donny van de Beek, who has struggled to make an impact since his arrival. United continues to make moves in the transfer market, looking to strengthen their squad and compete for major honors.
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In conclusion, Sofyan Amrabat’s move to Manchester United was not without its complications. The discovery of a slight back issue during his medical examination raised concerns, but the club decided to proceed with the signing. Amrabat’s arrival adds depth and quality to United’s midfield options, and fans will be eagerly anticipating his debut. With other transfer dealings still in progress, United continues to shape its squad for the upcoming season.