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Manchester United launch last-minute bid for AS Monaco wonderkid

Hannibal Mejbri (courtesy: Football 365)

According to RMC Sport via Metro, Manchester United have launched a bid for 16-year-old AS Monaco star Hannibal Mejbri. Mejbri has been eyed by quite a few top clubs in Europe with Manchester United making the most significant strides towards an acquisition after having launched a bid.

As per the report, negotiations are being held between representatives of both sides. If they secure his services, Mejbri would be the second wonderkid that United would have agreed a deal for, with them reaching an agreement with Amiens for Noam Emeran.

Following Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's appointment as caretaker manager, Manchester United have shifted their focus onto youngsters and are being linked with a move for Borussia Dortmund's exciting new addition Jadon Sancho.

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