Man United close to sealing deal for highly-rated French star

English Premier League side Manchester United are reported to be keen on the signature of French star Noam Emeran and they are on the verge of sealing a deal having held talks of compensation.

Noam Emeran is only 16 years of age and will attract just compensation at the moment with future financial commitments, pending on the agreements between both sides.

The teenager who has risen through the ranks at Amiens will attract a compensation of about £1.8 million for his signature. In addition, a sum of £8.9 million would also be paid to the French side in the future as they are set to include the sell-on percentage in the deal.

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This means that the French side will have a particular percentage in any future transfer of Noam Emeran from the Old Trafford.

The Red Devils have identified Noam Emeran as one of the biggest prospects in Europe and will seek to have his signature to continue his development at the club and also for a major part of the club’s future.

United are already getting set for the winter transfer window as they hope to storm the market for more additions with defenders as a major priority for manager Jose Mourinho.