Erik ten Hag’s desire for a second midfield signing has been answered late in the window, with Amrabat identified as his priority target.
A midfielder could join Fenerbahce goalkeeper Altay Bayindir and an emergency left-back through the door before tomorrow’s 11pm deadline.
But United were unsuccessful with an opening season-long loan bid for Amrabat worth £2million in two instalments.
The Serie A outfit are claimed to prefer a permanent deal, but Amrabat has rejected all other interest in the hope of sealing a dream move to Old Trafford.
And, according to La Nazione, Fiorentina president Rocco Commisso has reiterated his willingness to accept a loan if it includes an option or obligation to buy.
So United will be confident of success if fresh reports from Italy regarding the club’s impending follow-up bid come to fruition.
