Man United keen on signing Moroccan wonderkid Abdellah Ouazane from Ajax, likened to Jude Bellingham

By: Shawn
Manchester United are reportedly eyeing a summer move for Ajax teenage sensation Abdellah Ouazane, as the Premier League giants explore cost-effective options to strengthen their squad. According to the Daily Mail, the 17-year-old Moroccan has impressed with a string of standout performances at the Under-17 African Cup of Nations and is now firmly on the radar of the Old Trafford club.

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The talented midfielder, who has drawn stylistic comparisons to England international Jude Bellingham, is being monitored closely by United scouts. With Erik ten Hag’s side set to operate under a constrained transfer budget this summer, the Red Devils are prioritising the recruitment of high-potential youth prospects over big-money signings.

Ouazane’s technical proficiency, vision, and maturity on the ball have marked him as one of Ajax’s brightest academy products. While any approach would require negotiations with the Dutch club, it is believed that a deal for the Moroccan would not be prohibitively expensive—making him an appealing target in a financially cautious window.

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In addition to Ouazane, United are also tracking Ryan One, the 18-year-old Sheffield United striker and Scotland Under-19 international. One has already made 14 senior appearances for the Blades, showcasing physical strength and a keen eye for goal that could bolster United's forward depth in the long term.

Manchester United return to action this Thursday as they face Lyon in the decisive second leg of their UEFA Europa League quarter-final, with eyes both on European progression and future squad development.

As the club recalibrates its recruitment focus, youthful talent like Ouazane could play a central role in shaping the next generation at Old Trafford. SA

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