HERE WE GO: Manchester United key player who single handedly won Ten Hag the FA cup last season is set to depart tomorrow, agreement reached with new club as player set to bid farewell to Man united fans tomorrow morning
Another Manchester United Player Set for Departure: Implications for the Transfer Window
In a notable development this summer, another Manchester United player has agreed to a transfer away from Old Trafford, a move that may significantly impact the rest of the transfer window.
United’s Transfer Activity: A Mix of Arrivals and Departures
Manchester United has been active in the transfer market under Erik ten Hag, securing two new players for the upcoming 2024-25 season. The club signed defender Leny Yoro and striker Joshua Zirkzee, who together cost £86 million. These acquisitions come in the wake of Raphael Varane and Anthony Martial leaving as free agents, and are expected to bolster the team’s depth, provided they remain injury-free.
United is also eyeing midfield reinforcements, with Manuel Ugarte being a prime target. The club has also reportedly made an offer for Real Sociedad’s Martin Zubimendi, a recent EURO 2024 winner.
Despite these additions, departures have been slow, even though it was revealed at the end of last season that nearly every player at the club was available for the right price. Only Rasmus Hojlund, Kobbie Mainoo, and Alejandro Garnacho were deemed indispensable.
Transfer Negotiations and Player Movements
The anticipated prices for player sales have not materialized. For instance, Casemiro was rumored to be moving to Saudi Arabia earlier in the summer, but no concrete offer has been received. Similarly, Fulham is expected to make another bid for Scott McTominay after their initial offer was rejected.
However, this hasn’t deterred players from negotiating personal terms for transfers. Reports suggest that Jadon Sancho has agreed on terms with French champions PSG. He is not the only one preparing for an exit.
Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s Move to West Ham
Recent reports indicate that Aaron Wan-Bissaka has agreed to join West Ham United. Initially signed for £50 million from Crystal Palace, Wan-Bissaka is in the final year of his £90,000-a-week contract with Manchester United. Having previously turned down a move to West Ham earlier in the summer, he now appears set to leave Old Trafford before the August 30th transfer deadline, ending his tenure with 190 appearances for the club.
According to Football Insider, West Ham is in advanced talks to sign Wan-Bissaka for a fee between £15 million and £20 million. This represents a significant financial loss for Manchester United compared to their initial investment. However, Wan-Bissaka’s departure is crucial for United’s pursuit of Noussair Mazraoui from Bayern Munich. Mazraoui, who has worked with Ten Hag at Ajax, has agreed to join Manchester United, contingent on Wan-Bissaka’s exit.
If the deal goes through, Wan-Bissaka will become West Ham’s fourth signing of the summer, following the arrivals of Max Kilman, Wes Foderingham, and promising teenager Luis Guilherme. This move is seen as beneficial for all parties involved, offering new opportunities for the players and potentially improving the squad dynamics at both Manchester United and West Ham.
