Manchester United have accepted a bid for youngster Zidane Iqbal.
The Athletic confirmed this evening that the Red Devils have given the green light for Iqbal to join Eredivisie club FC Utrecht for a fee of around €1 million.
A medical has already been completed this week, with the Iraq international now readying the move on a four-year deal. United have included a “significant sell-on clause” in the terms.
Despite making his first-team debut during a Champions League clash with Young Boys in 2021, Iqbal did not make one single appearance under Erik ten Hag. He was included in the matchday squad 17 times but was not granted any game time across the past season.
Stretty News’ verdict
Another example of utterly silly business from United.
Iqbal is highly rated by supporters and especially those that have followed him through the academy.
He was not given the chance to develop his skills with any loan spell, and Ten Hag also blocked him from representing his national team at the U20 World Cup this year. For what reason?
Even if the club were adamant about selling him due to a lack of first-team opportunities, the slightest amount of game time last term or sending him on a loan to a team that would’ve utilised him could have raised his valuation considerably.