Spanish giants could force United’s hand in deciding on key midfield issue – report

After confirming the defensive signings of Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui, Manchester United are turning their attention to bolstering their midfield options ahead of the upcoming campaign.

Erik ten Hag will be hoping INEOS can deliver an additional body for his engine room which was far too easy to play though last season.

Fiorentina midfielder Sofyan Amrabat spent last season at Old Trafford on loan but failed to really get a consistent run in the team.

United decided against making his temporary deal permanent but still hold interest in the player if they can negotiate a more economical price.

However, as reported by fichajes.com, despite the Moroccan’s hopes of re-joining United, Atletico Madrid have now emerged as a potential destination for the 27-year-old.

The Spanish side are keen to recruit in the middle of the park and looked to have sealed a deal for Chelsea star Conor Gallagher.

However, the transfer of Gallagher is on the rocks and Diego Simeone might now turn his attention to Amrabat.

The Fiorentina star could potentially stay put in Italy this summer but if United don’t make their move they could miss out on the signing should Atleti swoop.

Atleti’s interest may force United’s hand but it’s clear INEOS have their eyes elsewhere in the shape of PSG star, Manuel Ugarte.

A deal for Ugarte is in progress but the clubs are still way apart on the valuation of the Uruguayan and United are still hoping to offload players before any further spending is sanctioned.

For Amrabat, he clearly isn’t top of the list for either of the buying clubs and will likely have to wait until the final days of the window before his future is decided.

United’s season starts with the visit of Fulham to Old Trafford on Friday night.

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