# Mazraoui-shock in Manchester: Bayern Munich hijack deal for top target ## Manchester United miss out on Noussair Mazraoui after Bayern Munich hijack deal at the last minute ### The Red Devils were reportedly closing in on a deal for the Moroccan international but have now been gazumped by the Bundesliga giants. Manchester United have been dealt a major blow in their pursuit of Noussair Mazraoui after Bayern Munich hijacked a deal for the Moroccan international at the last minute. The Red Devils were reportedly closing in on a deal for the 24-year-old, who is out of contract at Ajax this summer. However, Bayern have now swooped in and agreed a deal with the player, who will join the Bundesliga champions on a free transfer. The news comes as a major blow to United, who had identified Mazraoui as a key target to strengthen their right-back position. The Moroccan international is a versatile defender who can also play as a centre-back or a wing-back. He has been a key player for Ajax in recent seasons, helping the Dutch giants win the Eredivisie title in 2021 and 2022. Mazraoui has also been capped 15 times by Morocco. United's failure to sign Mazraoui is a major setback for the club's summer transfer plans. The Red Devils are still in the market for a new right-back, but they will now have to look elsewhere. Bayern's signing of Mazraoui is a major coup for the Bundesliga champions. The Moroccan international is a talented defender who will add depth and quality to their squad. It is a major blow for United, who will now have to look elsewhere for a new right-back. The Red Devils have been linked with a number of other players in recent weeks, including Kieran Trippier and Tariq Lamptey. However, it remains to be seen whether United will be able to sign a player of Mazraoui's quality before the transfer window closes.
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