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Sky Journalist – Man Utd have made a “verbal offer” to sign £35m “monster”, he’s an ideal Casemiro heir

Manchester United appear set to continue their summer expenditure, highlighting a new vital position that will significantly strengthen Erik ten Hag’s squad.

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Is Sofyan Amrabat on his way to Manchester United?

The latest on the new chase comes from Foot Mercato journalist Santi Aouna, who said on Twitter that the Red Devils have taken a significant step toward luring Sofyan Amrabat away from Fiorentina.

“MU has made an initial verbal offer to the agent of Sofyan Amrabat.” Al-Ahli has also submitted a bid (€15 million). But, for the time being, he is uninterested and continues to fantasize about Liga. If he doesn’t receive a good club, he prefers to stay at Fiorentina. Many major league organizations are keeping an eye on his condition.”

Fabrizio Romano revealed a reported price tag of roughly €40 million (£35 million) at the start of the month, implying that this might be another lucrative deal for a club looking to make the required signings to genuinely transform themselves into Premier League championship contenders.

How talented is Sofyan Amrabat?

While the Moroccan midfield general rose to prominence as a result of his spectacular World Cup exploits, the 26-year-old has also been a consistent player for his club during the 2022/23 season, highlighting his readiness for a step-up such as this.

In Serie A, his 90% pass accuracy demonstrates his ability to command the play, while his 1.3 tackles per game highlight his defensive security, according to Sofascore. In the engine room, he is belligerent, relentless, and extremely intelligent, only pushing himself into tackles at the proper moment and else merely blocking the space.

With this, as well as his enormous stature and uncontrolled physicality, it’s difficult not to draw analogies to Ten Hag’s current enforcer, Casemiro.

Signed only last summer, the 31-year-old made an immediate impact at Old Trafford, providing the midfield with the required steel to ultimately allow them to take control of games.

According to Sofascore, the Brazilian had a 7.21 average rating in the Premier League, boosted by his 79% pass accuracy, 3.2 tackles, and 2.1 clearances per game. His stability was just what Ten Hag’s concept need to shine.

While he isn’t getting any younger, the parallels between these personalities and Amrabat’s World Cup campaign should make for entertaining viewing, especially as he may now be chosen as his successor.

His 6.83 average rating in seven games during their unprecedented run to the semi-finals belied his importance. According to Sofascore, he had an 85% pass accuracy but increased his tackles to 2.3 per game and his clearances to 1.4 per game.

Such performances prompted journalist Carlo Garganese to declare: “Amrabat is the best center midfielder in the tournament.” MONSTER.”

If he decides to move to Manchester now, he may spend a few years learning from such a renowned midfielder before eventually taking his spot once the former Real Madrid stopper moves on.

The fact that they rank similarly for fouls per 90 (1.85 v 2.33), passes into the final third (8.69 v 9.71), and challenges won per 90 (37.81 v 38.23) helps to draw further comparisons between the two. He might easily slip in as the disruptive, progressive, and defensive hero that such a system need.

Casemiro could therefore leave knowing that his presence had served to support Ten Hag’s regime and provided the essential basis for their comeback to the Champions League and subsequent success.

If Amrabat has half as good a career as the aging general, this will be a very profitable deal for Manchester United.

 

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