Manchester United have been all-action during the summer transfer window, aiming at a targetted improvement of the first-team squad.
With the Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability Rules dictating the importance of outgoings, the future of Aaron Wan-Bissaka has been uncertain.
The London-born defender is entering the final year of his contract, with ample suggestion of a desire to return to the capital.
West Ham are keen on acquiring his services, with ‘The Spider’ held highly within the Hammers scouting department.
Sources close to the Theatre of Red confirm that a deal in principle is agreed with the clubs, with the player in line for an attractive payment package.
A deal that opens doors
At 26, Wan-Bissaka has plenty to offer a Premier League side, with ample attributes to accommodate a defensive organisation.
United shelled out £45 Million to Crystal Palace in 2019 for his services, with a further £5 M in potential bonuses.
An attacking philosophy is integral to Erik ten Hag, and while the Croydon native has improved in that avenue, Diogo Dalot has excelled.
The Old Trafford outfit has decided against offering new terms, and the hierarchy is keen to recoup some transfer fee before he departs for free in 12 months.
With sources confirming a deal between the clubs has been manufactured, we are simply waiting for the player to accept the project offered under Julen Lopetegui.
Once sealed, Ten Hag’s side will move to conclude a deal for Noussair Mazraoui.
The Bayern Munich defender is keen on a reunion with the Dutchman, having spent five seasons together at Ajax.
Per Fabrizio Romano, terms have been agreed with the player on a five-year deal until 2029 with an option for a further season.
His versatility would present a massive coup, with credibility on either side of the central defenders.
At 26, the Moroccan international has a history of niggling injuries, with 23 separate incidents occurring throughout the past seven seasons.
However, Mazraoui would represent a rotation option behind Luke Shaw and Dalot, offering options and squad depth to challenge across the 2024-25 campaign.
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