Marcel Sabitzer may have hinted at his summer transfer plans, with the Bayern Munich-owned star saying “everything is bigger” at Manchester United.
- Midfielder joined Red Devils in winter window
- Deal until end of the season
- Big decision needs to be made on his future
WHAT HAPPENED? The Austria international midfielder made his way to Old Trafford at the end of the winter transfer window, with a deadline day deal pushed though as Erik ten Hag sought cover for the injured Christian Eriksen. Sabitzer has impressed during his time in England, taking in 16 appearances and scoring three goals across all competitions, and has suggested that he would be open to extending his association with the Premier League giants.
WHAT THEY SAID: On his time in Manchester, Sabitzer told Sky Germany: “I’ve already had a lot of career experiences, including my time at Bayern Munich. Here, everything is bigger. Even more people are responsible for your care. Everyone loves Manchester United. How enthusiastic the supporters are about the team is palpable at Old Trafford. At home, we are formidable. We haven’t dropped a game this year, and that shows the bond between supporters and players. I can only express how much I am enjoying myself and how honoured I am to have been a part of it.
THE BIGGER PICTURE: Sabitzer helped United to bring their six-year wait for major silverware to a close in the 2023 Carabao Cup final, and they are still chasing down a top-four finish and FA Cup glory, with the 29-year-old fully focused on the Red Devils as he has received no approach from new Bayern boss Thomas Tuchel. He added: “Of course there hasn’t been any contact up to now, because they have a lot going on and we do too. Everyone is focused on their task. In which direction it will go, everything will be analysed and discussed at leisure.”
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WHAT NEXT? Sabitzer’s loan deal is due to expire in the summer, with his contract at Bayern set to run through to 2025.