Manchester United Transfer News Roundup: Red Devils yet to submit Sofyan Amrabat offer; Benjamin Pavard arrival uncertain, and more - August 16, 2023
Manchester United remain in the market for further reinforcements to help Erik ten Hag’s impressive rebuilding exercise at Old Trafford. The Dutch manager has been a revelation since taking charge last summer.
Meanwhile, the Red Devils are yet to submit an offer for Fiorentina midfielder Sofyan Amrabat. Elsewhere, the Premier League giants have suffered a setback in their quest to sign Bayern Munich defender Benjamin Pavard.
On that note, here's a look at the key Manchester United transfer stories as on August 16, 2023:
Manchester United are yet to submit an offer for Sofyan Amrabat, according to acclaimed transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. The Moroccan midfielder remains heavily linked with a move to Old Trafford this summer. Fiorentina are ready to let him leave for a fair price.
In his column for Caught Offside, Romano said that the Red Devils have to offload one more midfielder before they can move for the 26-year-old.
He continued:
Amrabat is reportedly keen to join Manchester United.
Benjamin Pavard’s proposed move to Manchester United is under threat of breaking down, according to Fabrizio Romano. The French defender is reportedly a target for Ten Hag this year, with the Dutchman keen to install him as a replacement for Harry Maguire.
However, in his column for Caught Offside, Romano said that a move is unlikely if Maguire stays at Old Trafford beyond the summer.
He continued:
Pavard’s contract with Bayern Munich expires in 12 months.
Michail Antonio reckons Harry Maguire should leave Old Trafford to rediscover his top form.
The English defender has dropped down the pecking order under Ten Hag and has looked short of confidence recently. West Ham United were close to securing his services this summer, but the move
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