Hannibal Mejbri has been heavily linked with a Manchester United exit this summer. While coming up through the academy ranks at the club, he was one of the highest rated talents around. His transition to the senior game has not proven to be a smooth one though and he might in need of a change of scenery to truly get his career going. Interestingly, both Celtic and the Rangers are believed to hold an interest in him.
Mejbri has not played much football for Manchester United at the senior level. He spent the second half of last season on loan at Sevilla and the Spanish club were believed to have a buyout option included in the deal.
Mejbri did not feature much for Sevilla though. No permanent transfer followed. As a result, there are question marks over his future again, especially with his current deal at Manchester United believed to run out next summer.
Both Celtic and the Rangers have been linked with the Manchester United youngster in recent times. Could the two Glasgow giants end up competing for his signature this summer?
Manchester United's stance on Hannibal Mejbri exit amid Celtic links
Amid all this, Fabrizio Romano has given an update on the situation of Mejbri and Manchester United. As reported by GIVEMESPORT, the journalist said:
"Yes, there was an interest. It's true, but Man United are only interested in permanent transfer."
So, it looks like Manchester United are only looking for a permanent transfer in case Mejbri was to leave. It remains unclear what kind of a fee they would seek in order to make it happen.
Someone like Mejbri could be a decent addition for Celtic. But hopefully, he is not someone the club are viewing as a potential replacement for Matt O'Riley. The Manchester United youngster is a good talent for sure but he is completely unproven at the top level.