Burnley has completed the permanent signing of Hannibal Mejbri from Manchester United. The deal, valued at over £9 million including add-ons, includes a significant sell-on clause for Manchester United. Mejbri, who had been on loan in the Championship, has impressed with his performances, leading to this permanent move.
- Burnley has signed Hannibal Mejbri from Manchester United for over £9 million.
- The deal includes a significant sell-on clause for Manchester United.
- Mejbri impressed during his loan spell in the Championship.
Player Profile
Hannibal Mejbri, born on January 21, 2003, in Ivry-sur-Seine, France, stands at 1.83 meters and holds dual citizenship in Tunisia and France. Primarily an attacking midfielder, Mejbri also plays as a central midfielder and left winger. He has earned 27 caps for the Tunisian national team. Known for his technical abilities and versatility, Mejbri has been a regular feature for Tunisia since his debut in June 2021.
Career Statistics
Youth Clubs:
- Paris FC (2009-2017)
- AC Boulogne-Billancourt (2017-2018)
- AS Monaco (2018-2019)
- Manchester United (2019-2022)
Senior Career:
- Manchester United:
- Premier League: 8 appearances
- Championship (loan): 38 appearances, 1 goal
- Premier League 2: 36 appearances, 4 goals
- Other Competitions: FA Youth Cup, EFL Trophy, UEFA Youth League, UEFA Champions League, EFL Cup
- National Team:
- Tunisia: 27 caps
- France U17: 3 caps, 2 goals
- France U16: 12 caps, 1 goal
Transfer Details and Background
Hannibal Mejbri joined Manchester United from AS Monaco in 2019 for a reported fee of approximately €10 million. Known for his vision and technical prowess, Mejbri played a significant role during his loan spell in the Championship, showcasing his potential and earning a permanent move to Burnley. His contract with Manchester United was set to expire on June 30, 2025, following an extension on January 4, 2024.
🟣🔐 Hannibal Mejbri’s permanent move to Burnley done and sealed, documents are signed.
Total package in excess of £9m add-ons included.
Man United will also have a significant sell-on clause as part of the deal. https://t.co/jGWvv88If6
pic.twitter.com— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano)
August 11, 2023
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This transfer marks a significant step in Hannibal Mejbri’s career, providing an opportunity for the young midfielder to further develop and make an impact in the Premier League.
