Sofyan Amrabat has joined Manchester United on loan from Fiorentina until June 2024.
For now, however, the deal is subject to international clearance and registration requirements.
Amrabat joins Manchester United with 49 caps to his name for Morocco. That included that playing every game in their run to semi-final of the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
The deal comes after an entire summer of speculation, with Amrabat waiting until deadline day to get the move he desired.
United needed a player to play alongside Casemiro, or to provide cover when the Brazilian is out injured or suspended. Amrabat can do that better than, say, Scott McTominay.
Last season, Amrabrat played a key role as Fiorentina reached the final of the Coppa Italia and UEFA Europa Conference League.
In his first interview with club media, Amrabat said (via ManUtd.com): “It is a huge honour to become a Manchester United player. I’ve had to be patient for this moment but I’m someone who always listens to my heart and now I am representing the club of my dreams. I am a passionate player; I want to bring that energy to the squad, and I will put everything into every action I take for the team.
“I know exactly how Erik ten Hag likes to work and what he needs from his players. His coaching and guidance developed me so much as a player earlier in my career; I know that he will help to bring out the best of my abilities so that I can help the group to be successful this season.”
Football Director John Murtough added: “We have tracked Sofyan for a long time, so we are really pleased to bring him to Manchester United. His committed, high-energy approach to the game fits perfectly with the group that we are building here. We know that Sofyan’s mentality, dynamism and technical qualities will help the squad as we look to achieve success in all competitions this season.”
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