Manchester United’s Hannibal Mejbri’s loan spell at Sevilla has not gone as planned, leaving the club ‘angry’ and frustrated over his treatment. The midfielder has struggled for minutes, playing just four times in La Liga for a total of 89 minutes under Quique Sanchez Flores. Mejbri was even involved in a training ground bust-up shortly after joining the Spanish club.
Sevilla’s decision to leave Mejbri out of their squad for important matches has further fueled United’s concerns. The lack of playing time could hinder the club’s ability to attract players from the Premier League in the future. Mejbri’s entourage is reportedly in disbelief over his situation, with concerns that his confidence and development may have suffered as a result of the loan.
Despite Sevilla having an option to buy Mejbri for €18m, it seems unlikely that they will make the move permanent. The young midfielder, who signed a contract extension with United before going on loan, has shown promise in the past. Manager Erik ten Hag praised Mejbri’s contributions to the team and highlighted his progress since joining the first team.
The situation with Mejbri at Sevilla serves as a cautionary tale for clubs looking to loan out young talents. United will be closely monitoring the midfielder’s progress and may reconsider future loan deals based on his experience. Mejbri’s struggles at Sevilla highlight the challenges young players face when trying to break into top European leagues. For more updates on this story and other sports news, stay tuned to Metro Sport on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.