Man United are risking fan frustration after shortlisting a former player

Manchester United are in the market for a new midfielder this summer.

The Red Devils have already signed two players – striker Joshua Zirkzee from Bologna and defender Leny Yoro from Lille.

However, next on Erik Ten Hag's list is a central midfielder, and while much may depend on Casemiro and Scott McTominay, both of whom could leave before the start of the season, the latest speculation suggests United are drawing up a shortlist. target.

The 20-time league winners, led by Sir Jim Ratcliffe's INEOS, have held talks with Paris Saint-Germain over a deal to sign Manuel Ugarte. However, the Parisians' refusal to budge from their £51 million asking price has seen the Red Devils pull out of talks and pursue other, less expensive targets.

Man United are considering re-signing the loanee

And according to the latest report from Sky Sports, United's shortlist includes Monaco's Youssouf Fofana, Real Socied's Martin Zubimendi, Burnley's Sander Berge and most interestingly, former loanee and Fiorentina midfielder Sofyan Amrabat.

The Moroccan spent last season on loan at Old Trafford but the campaign to sign the 27-year-old failed to materialise.

Despite being plagued by injuries and fitness-related issues, Amrabat started 10 Premier League games last season – a huge disappointment for a player who has impressed the most in the 2022 World Cup winter.

Wolverhampton Wanderers and Brazil midfielder Joao Gomes has also recently been linked with a move to United in the summer. United's Midlands-based league rivals are believed to value the South American in the region of £38 million.