Sabitzer

The Red Devils are looking to strengthen their midfield after losing Christian Eriksen to injury for the next three months and Sabitzer has emerged as a ...

We have players who can fill the gap,' Ten Hag said. You can't make policy on such bad injuries, but we have players in the midfield department, good players. Kamada is out of contract in the summer He made a name for himself at RB Leipzig with some impressive displays between 2014 and 2021. [Christian Eriksen](/sport/christian-eriksen/index.html) to injury for the next three months and Austrian international Sabitzer has emerged as a target as the 28-year-old searches for more game time. Manchester United are interested in signing Bayern Munich's Marcel Sabitzer and enquire about Frankfurt's Daichi Kamada but Erik ten Hag faces a race against time to bring in cover for the injured Christian Eriksen

Can Manchester United strike a late deal for FC Bayern's Marcel Sabitzer? And should they?

It is absolutely essential that Manchester United bring in a midfield reinforcement, especially with Eriksen sidelined for a minimum of 12 weeks. It was clear, even before the injury took place, that Manchester United would need to reinforce to provide options to rotate for next season. The Denmark international has occupied the slot next to Casemiro in a double pivot that has seen a transformation occur in Manchester United’s midfield. Occupying a very similar position to Eriksen, the Austria international is seemingly the perfect replacement in Manchester United’s midfield. The Red Devils have a mass amount of games coming thick and fast, which means they will be playing minimum twice a week until early March. And so Manchester United, late last night, opened up their net across Europe to see who would be available on a loan deal.

Man Utds need for a midfielder has intensified after Christian Eriksen was ruled out with injury until at least April; Chelsea have been working on a move ...

You can also catch up with the ins, outs and analysis on Sky Sports News. The midfielder has once again told Benfica that he wants to join Chelsea. Who will be on the move this winter? "We have players in midfield, good players, who can fill the gap. He doesn't get in the Bayern team - nowhere near their first team. He is very important for the Austrian team. "For sure, he can help. Chelsea have been working on a move for Benfica's Enzo Fernandez but [that deal has not been fully agreed yet](https://www.skysports.com/football/news/12691/12799328/enzo-fernandez-chelsea-make-105-4m-bid-for-benfica-midfielder-ahead-of-january-deadline). "Marcel Sabitzer doesn't get in the Bayern Munich team. Every player has their own characteristics and identity. I know they've got a two cemented in midfield but if he was that good he'd be pushing. There was no interest in him on January 1.

MANCHESTER UNITED are in talks with Bayern Munich over Marcel Sabitzer.Injury to Christian Eriksen has left Erik ten Hag looking for alternatives righ.

[Injury to Eriksen](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/21224094/man-utd-christian-eriksen-injury/) in Saturday's FA Cup win over Reading has left the Red Devils' midfield looking light. [look far from done on deadline day](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/20652713/transfer-news-live-enzo-fernandez-chelsea-jorginho-pedro-porro-tottenham/). [Man United](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/team/1196656/manchester-united/) comes after the club looked set for a calm deadline day. [FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS - BEST NEW CUSTOMER OFFERS](https://www.thesun.co.uk/betting/20812234/free-bets/) [Sky Sports Germany](https://twitter.com/Plettigoal/status/1620409098549465089) report that Chelsea are also interested and have enquired about the star. [Talksport](https://twitter.com/talkSPORT/status/1620425116701294596?s=20&t=NAox0zud8Ob6LUY-PSQxxQ) report that United have made a move to land the midfielder.

Manchester United midfielder Christian Eriksen is expected to be out of action for an extended period because of an ankle injury sustained in our Emirates FA ...

[Manchester United](https://thebusbybabe.sbnation.com) is looking for [Bayern Munich](https://www.bavarianfootballworks.com)’s Marcel Sabitzer to fill in for Christian Eriksen, it could be a long-term assignment for this season. ❗ Marcel Sabitzer is on the verge of joining Manchester United. With Christian Eriksen currently injured, Sabitzer could find his way into Manchester United's starting XI straight away [— Bayern & Germany (@iMiaSanMia) Gravenberch was even linked to several clubs in recent weeks, including Sabitzer’s career at Bayern Munich flopped initially as he never looked comfortable last season. While Sabitzer did a fantastic job filling in while Goretzka was out in the Hinrunde, his place on the squad has become complicated. Time is running, the exit is open! [Bayern Munich](https://www.bavarianfootballworks.com) is in talks with both [Chelsea FC](https://weaintgotnohistory.sbnation.com) and [Manchester United](https://thebusbybabe.sbnation.com) over midfielder Marcel Sabitzer. Sabitzer und ManUnited – es laufen Gespräche und der Spieler kann sich einen Transfer gut vorstellen, kurz vor dem Abschluss ist der Deal aber nicht. United would like to go on loan first, so there are several models to discuss. United würde gerne erstmal leihen, daher gibt es mehrere Modelle zu diskutieren. [Chelsea FC](https://weaintgotnohistory.sbnation.com) could be out on [Bayern Munich](https://www.bavarianfootballworks.com) midfielder Marcel Sabitzer, which could grease the path for [Manchester United](https://thebusbybabe.sbnation.com) to land the Austrian:

Manchester United have been given a boost in the race for Bayern Munich's Marcel Sabitzer after the player reportedly confirmed his desire to join.

[who was revealed to be out until April ](https://www.goal.com/en/news/will-man-utd-sign-eriksen-replacement-ten-hag-deadline-day-transfer-injury-blow/blt0292553cdb576686)after sustaining an ankle injury against Reading on Saturday. [Fabrizio Romano](https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1620431342210256897), who reports that the 28-year-old has told his agents that he is interested in the project led by Erik Ten Hag. THE BIGGER PICTURE: United are thought to have initiated contract discussions with Sabitzer's current employers, Bayern.

Liverpool have repeatedly got the better of Manchester United in the transfer market but look set for a quiet deadline day.

But with United opening the door to the possibility of a loan transfer, they’d be foolish not to consider such a switch themselves as they look to resurrect their campaign. But with Liverpool in desperate need of a new midfielder themselves, could they make their own late swoop for the Austrian? [Bellingham claim, Konate injury, Sabitzer talk and latest transfer deadline day deals](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/liverpool-transfer-deadline-day-live-26113505) [Roberto Firmino](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/roberto-firmino) reportedly had a medical booked with United, only for the Reds to swoop in and steal his signature in the summer of 2015. The 28-year-old has struggled for game-time with Bayern in recent months, finding himself limited to just seven Bundesliga starts - the last of which came in early October. But now the Bavarians are ready to let Sabitzer leave on loan or permanently, with the club's sporting director, Hasan Salihamidzic, reportedly in talks with both the Red Devils and Chelsea. But their options are a mixture of out-of-form, ageing, injury-prone, out-of-contract, or raw youngsters. Meanwhile, United would reportedly fail in efforts to steal Virgil van Dijk from under the Reds’ noses in January 2018. A highly-versatile player, he has predominantly played as a central midfielder for Bayern. [Why Chelsea are spending millions on transfers and the big future risk Liverpool are avoiding](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/liverpool-chelsea-transfers-25990671) [Darwin Nunez starts in new role with new-look Liverpool midfield on the cards](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/darwin-nunez-starts-new-role-26111098) [Joao Cancelo and Man City have just shown Liverpool exactly what they've done wrong](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/joao-cancelo-man-city-just-26109420) [Jorginho transfer shows Liverpool decision they might have to make in midfield](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/jorginho-transfer-shows-liverpool-decision-26117103) [Julian Ward putting plans in place for transfer window as Liverpool search for successor](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/julian-ward-putting-plans-place-26111808) The Reds admittedly boast 11 senior options in midfield following Stefan Bajcetic’s emergence, with Juventus loanee Arthur Melo the only one currently available. Meanwhile, [Sadio Mane ](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/sadio-mane)was close to agreeing a switch to Old Trafford 12 months later, before a phone call from Klopp persuaded him to join Liverpool instead. [Fabinho ](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/fabinho)had been heavily linked with Manchester United over a number of months, before the Reds signed the Brazilian out of the blue in May 2018, with it ultimately a similar story when Liverpool signed both [Darwin Nunez ](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/darwin-nunez)and [Cody Gakpo ](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/cody-gakpo)last summer and earlier this month.

Manchester United are in talks with Bayern Munich over a loan deal for Austria midfielder Marcel Sabitzer.

[everything you need to know](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/57783516)to make sure you never miss a moment [Everything United - go straight to all the best content](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/teams/manchester-united) Zidane Iqbal, 19, also plays in midfield but the Iraq international is yet to make a senior appearance this season. [All the latest Manchester United news, analysis and fan views in one place](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/teams/manchester-united) [You can now get Man Utd news notifications in the BBC Sport app - find out more](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/62294536) [Podcast: The Devils' Advocate - listen to the latest episode on BBC Sounds](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p00500pg) [Go here to follow all of the developments on transfer deadline day](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/live/football/64454518) [Head to our transfers page for all the latest done deals](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/transfers) [Christian Eriksen's long-term injury](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/64468961) and a short-term problem for Scott McTominay, United are exploring the prospect of a loan move. [Man Utd](/sport/football/teams/manchester-united)

Man Utds need for a midfielder has intensified after Christian Eriksen was ruled out with injury until at least April; Chelsea have been working on a move ...

You can also catch up with the ins, outs and analysis on Sky Sports News. Who will be on the move this winter? The midfielder has once again told Benfica that he wants to join Chelsea. "We have players in midfield, good players, who can fill the gap. He doesn't get in the Bayern team - nowhere near their first team. He is very important for the Austrian team. "For sure, he can help. Sabitzer was seen boarding a flight to Manchester on Transfer Deadline Day. "Marcel Sabitzer doesn't get in the Bayern Munich team. There was no interest in him on January 1. I know they've got a two cemented in midfield but if he was that good he'd be pushing. "He's a player with potential.

Manchester United are closing in on a loan deal for Marcel Sabitzer after the Bayern Munich midfielder was spotted at the airport.

[check our sport page](https://metro.co.uk/sport/). ‘In terms of character, he’s a killer, the boy. [Jadon Sancho set for return to Manchester United matchday squad for first time since October](https://metro.co.uk/2023/01/31/jadon-sancho-set-for-man-utd-squad-return-for-first-time-since-october-18196747/?ico=more_text_links) ‘All I can say is that Marcel is the most uncomfortable player when he’s not playing. [Manchester United approach for Ryan Gravenberch turned down by Bayern Munich](https://metro.co.uk/2023/01/31/bayern-munich-respond-to-man-utds-approach-to-sign-ryan-gravenberch-18197577/?ico=more_text_links) [moved quickly to try and bring in a replacement](https://metro.co.uk/2023/01/31/marcel-sabitzer-makes-transfer-decision-between-chelsea-and-manchester-united-18197033/).

Manchester United are closing in on a deal for Bayern Munich midfielder Marcel Sabitzer, sources have told ESPN.

"We have a strategy and we keep the strategy. [RB Leipzig](/football/team?id=11420) in 2021 for a fee of €16 million. [Christian Eriksen](http://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/144130/Christian-Eriksen) was [ruled out for at least three months with an ankle injury](/football/manchester-united-engman_utd/story/4865739/man-uniteds-christian-eriksen-ruled-out-for-three-months-with-ankle-injury). Speaking about possibly signing a replacement for Eriksen on deadline day, Ten Hag told a news conference: "On deadline day it's difficult. We are in a good direction and it also has to match our financial frames." Sabitzer has lost his place at Bayern in recent months and is keen to join United.

Manchester United have an agreement to take Marcel Sabitzer on loan from Bayern Munich after Christian Eriksen sustained an ankle injury.

“It is a risk of injury for the player,” he said. Ten Hag described Eriksen’s absence as “a concern” but said: “These are things you have to deal with … I feel that I am at my peak as a player, and that I can contribute a lot of experience and energy to the squad.” “I think it was quite clear what my thoughts were.” “I make my view about this,” he said. United’s unhappiness with Carroll, who was not booked but was later sent off for two other fouls, was underlined by the challenge being mentioned in the club’s statement regarding the injury.

The 28-year-old midfielder is travelling to Manchester ahead of the deadline day move.

[Miguel Delaney](/author/miguel-delaney) Comments [Manchester United](/topic/manchester-united) have agreed a deal to sign [Bayern Munich](/topic/bayern-munich) midfielder [Marcel Sabitzer](/topic/marcel-sabitzer) on loan until the end of the season. The 28-year-old midfielder is travelling to Manchester ahead of the deadline day move Marcel Sabitzer: Manchester United agree to sign Bayern Munich midfielder on loan

Christian Eriksen has been ruled out for an “extended period” due to an ankle injury.

We have to keep that process going and improving every day.” “He’s playing together with Casemiro in the Brazilian squad,” Ten Hag said of the latter. We want to restore Manchester United to where they belong. “He did it several times. “But it happens in top football. “We have a strategy so we keep that strategy, where we want to go.

Christian Eriksen has been ruled out for an “extended period” due to an ankle injury.

We have to keep that process going and improving every day.” “He’s playing together with Casemiro in the Brazilian squad,” Ten Hag said of the latter. We want to restore Manchester United to where they belong. “He did it several times. “But it happens in top football. “We have a strategy so we keep that strategy, where we want to go.

Christian Eriksen has been ruled out for an “extended period” due to an ankle injury.

We have to keep that process going and improving every day.” “He’s playing together with Casemiro in the Brazilian squad,” Ten Hag said of the latter. We want to restore Manchester United to where they belong. “He did it several times. “But it happens in top football. “We have a strategy so we keep that strategy, where we want to go.

The Austrian midfielder has made 443 career club appearances across Europe, including 54 since joining FC Bayern Munich in August 2021. Previously he was club ...

He adds further quality to our squad and experience to the dressing room, and all of us are pleased to be welcoming him to Manchester United.” I am excited to start with my new team-mates and manager and to show my qualities to Manchester United fans.” From the moment I heard about this opportunity I knew it was right for me.

Manchester United have completed the loan signing of Austrian midfielder Marcel Sabitzer from Bayern Munich. The 28-year-old joins Erik ten Hag's squad ...

I am a competitive player; I want to win and help the club achieve its aims this season," he added. [everything you need to know](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/57783516)to make sure you never miss a moment [Everything United - go straight to all the best content](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/teams/manchester-united) [All the latest Manchester United news, analysis and fan views in one place](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/teams/manchester-united) [You can now get Man Utd news notifications in the BBC Sport app - find out more](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/62294536) [Podcast: The Devils' Advocate - listen to the latest episode on BBC Sounds](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p00500pg) The 25-year-old spent the first half of last season on loan at Aston Villa and the second half on loan at Napoli in Serie A. [Go here to follow all of the developments on transfer deadline day](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/live/football/64454518) [Head to our transfers page for all the latest done deals](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/transfers) "I feel that I am at my peak as a player, and that I can contribute a lot of experience and energy to the squad.

United moved quickly to add midfield cover after Christian Eriksen was ruled out for three months.

I am excited to start with my new team-mates and manager and to show my qualities to Manchester United fans.” Sabitzer joined the Bundesliga champions in 2021, following six years at RB Leipzig. “From the moment I heard about this opportunity I knew it was right for me.

Man Utds need for a midfielder intensified after Christian Eriksen was ruled out until at least April; they were offered Isco, Saul Niguez, Houssem Aouar ...

"Marcel Sabitzer doesn't get in the Bayern Munich team. "We have players in midfield, good players, who can fill the gap. He doesn't get in the Bayern team - nowhere near their first team. The Austria international offers versatility in the positions he can cover, having operated out wide but also in a free eight role similar to what Eriksen has had. "For sure, he can help. He is very important for the Austrian team.

The Old Trafford club announced on Tuesday lunchtime that key midfielder Christian Eriksen would be out for three months.

We have to keep that process going and improving every day.” “He’s playing together with Casemiro in the Brazilian squad,” Ten Hag said of the latter. We want to restore Manchester United to where they belong. I am excited to start with my new team-mates and manager and to show my qualities to Manchester United fans.” Sabitzer told the club’s official website: “Sometimes in life you have to make quick and important decisions. From the moment I heard about this opportunity I knew it was right for me.

The Premier League club completed a loan deal for the Bayern Munich midfielder on deadline day after losing Christian Eriksen to an ankle injury. Sabitzer told ...

“The opportunity arose quickly, and we knew that he was someone with the ability and character to make an impact. I am excited to start with my new team-mates and manager and to show my qualities to Manchester United fans.” I am a competitive player; I want to win and help the club achieve its aims this season.

The Austrian international has joined United on a loan deal until the end of the season and will add much-needed depth to Erik ten Hag's side ahead of a ...

The Dane has amassed 53 goals and 78 assists in 256 Premier League appearances. [The Austrian international has joined United on a loan deal until the end of the season](/sport/football/article-11698065/Manchester-United-complete-loan-signing-Bayern-Munich-midfielder-Marcel-Sabitzer.html) and will add much-needed depth to [Erik ten Hag](/sport/erik-ten-hag/index.html)'s side ahead of a busy period. Perhaps one German journalist put it best on Deadline Day when he said: 'Sabitzer is a very good player. A versatile, goalscoring midfielder who made his name at the Red Bull staple of clubs... In light of that, Sportsmail takes a look at who Sabitzer is and what he will bring to the Red Devils. who is Marcel Sabitzer and what will he bring to Manchester United after joining on loan for the rest of the season?

The Old Trafford club announced on Tuesday lunchtime that key midfielder Christian Eriksen would be out for three months.

We have to keep that process going and improving every day.” “He’s playing together with Casemiro in the Brazilian squad,” Ten Hag said of the latter. We want to restore Manchester United to where they belong. I am excited to start with my new team-mates and manager and to show my qualities to Manchester United fans.” Sabitzer told the club’s official website: “Sometimes in life you have to make quick and important decisions. From the moment I heard about this opportunity I knew it was right for me.