MANCHESTER UNITED are close to finalising the move for midfield target Sofyan Amrabat, according to reports.

This comes as secret talks have taken place between Fiorentina and United’s representatives.

Sofyan Amrabat is edging ever closer to completing his dream move to United after secret talks held

The midfielder played a starring role in Morocco’s brilliant run to the semi-finals

Suddenly, Amrabat is United’s first priority since the signing of striker Rasmus Hojland is almost finalized.

When his team unexpectedly advanced to the Qatar World Cup quarterfinals, the holding midfielder was among the greatest players in the field.

His accomplishments were admired by the top teams in Europe, such as PSG, Atletico Madrid, and Liverpool.

One year remains on the 26-year-old Moroccan international’s contract, and Fiorentina is seeking about £30 million for him.

The latest, Romano continued: “Sofyan Amrabat, not called up for next Fiorentina game.

Manchester United, expected to open formal talks for Amrabat soon as Fred and Donny Van de Beek are close to leaving the club.

Amrabat wants Manchester United, this has never changed.”

Amrabat’s move is quite similar to the case of Rasmus Hojlund. The Danish international did not attend pre-season friendlies to focus on completing his move to Man Utd.

And according to the Daily Mail, a deal could be imminent now that representatives from both sides have met.

Italian journalist Alfredo Pedulla tweeted: “After the sale of Castrovilli (to Bournemouth), it will soon be the turn of Amrabat.

“As already mentioned, there have been SECRET contacts between Fiorentina and MUFC through intermediaries”.

After the striker Rasmus Hojland’s deal is almost finalized, Amrabat is suddenly United’s top priority.

When his squad unexpectedly advanced to the quarterfinals of the Qatar World Cup, the holding midfielder was one of the greatest players in the event.

His accomplishments attracted the attention of the best teams in Europe, including PSG, Atletico Madrid, and Liverpool.

Fiorentina is seeking about £30 million for the 26-year-old Moroccan international whose contract has one year left on it.