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Manchester United’s Double Swoop for Mazraoui and de Ligt

Rottach Egern, Germany. 24th July, 2024. Raphael Guerreiro, FCB 22 Noussair Mazraoui, FCB 40 Eric Dier, FCB 15 at the friendly match FC ROTTACH-EGERN - FC BAYERN MueNCHEN 1-14 in the Training Camp at Stadion am Birkenmoos, 1.German Soccer League, in Rottach-Egern, Tegernsee, July 24, 2024 Season 2024/2025, FCB, Photographer: ddp images/star-images Credit: ddp media GmbH/Alamy Live News
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Manchester United are actively working on securing Noussair Mazraoui and Matthijs de Ligt. Both players have agreed on five-year deals with the club. The deals involve the same agent, Rafaela Pimenta.

  • Noussair Mazraoui and Matthijs de Ligt have agreed to five-year deals with Manchester United.
  • Both players are represented by agent Rafaela Pimenta.
  • Mazraoui’s transfer hinges on Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s move to West Ham.
  • De Ligt’s transfer involves meeting certain conditions with Bayern Munich.

Noussair Mazraoui: A Perfect Fit for United’s Right Flank

Manchester United is keen on bolstering their right flank with the addition of Noussair Mazraoui from Bayern Munich. The Moroccan right-back has been a pivotal player for Bayern, known for his defensive prowess and ability to support the attack. His move to Manchester United is contingent on Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s transfer to West Ham, with United agreeing on a fee of up to £20m for Mazraoui.


Mazraoui’s Career Statistics and Transfer History

Noussair Mazraoui, born on November 14, 1997, currently plays for Bayern Munich as a right-back. His market value stands at €30.00m. He moved from Ajax to Bayern Munich in 2022 on a free transfer. His current estimated transfer value is €21m, down from €30m when Bayern bought him.

For more detailed player statistics and transfer history, check Mazraoui’s profile on Transfermarkt.

Matthijs de Ligt: Reinforcing United’s Defense

Matthijs de Ligt is set to reinforce Manchester United’s defense with a five-year deal. The Dutch centre-back, currently with Bayern Munich, is one of the most highly regarded young defenders globally. His move to Juventus in 2019 was among the most expensive for a defender, and now Manchester United is solidifying his place as a cornerstone of their defensive strategy.

De Ligt’s Career Statistics and Transfer History

Matthijs de Ligt, born on August 12, 1999, currently plays for Bayern Munich as a centre-back. His market value is €75.00m. He transferred from Ajax to Juventus in 2019 for €85.5m and from Juventus to Bayern Munich in 2022 for €67m plus €10m in add-ons. His total transfer fees amount to €152.5m.

For more detailed player statistics and transfer history, check De Ligt’s profile on Transfermarkt.

Manchester United’s Strategic Approach

Manchester United is poised to significantly enhance their defensive lineup by securing Noussair Mazraoui and Matthijs de Ligt. Both players have agreed to five-year deals, reflecting a long-term vision for the club’s future. With the same agent, Rafaela Pimenta, negotiating both deals, these transfers underline United’s strategic approach to fortifying their defense.

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