Besiktas, the Turkish football club, has recently made a loan offer for the talented midfielder, Hannibal Mejbri, currently under contract with Manchester United. This intriguing proposition, however, faced rejection, as reported by Turkish outlet Fotospor. Despite initial signs indicating Mejbri’s stay at Manchester United, it appears that Besiktas remains undeterred in their pursuit of the midfielder, who could potentially join former United defender Eric Bailly at the Turkish club.
The Turkish outlet’s report sheds light on Besiktas’s interest in the young midfielder, emphasizing their preference for a loan deal. Surprisingly, Besiktas doesn’t consider the acquisition of an attacking midfielder as their top priority. Their belief that Hannibal Mejbri would flourish in the Turkish league adds a layer of fascination to this story. However, the question arises: in a team where an attacking midfielder is not a primary focus, how much playing time could Mejbri realistically expect in Turkey?
The Mirror’s report, preceding the closure of the transfer window, suggested that discussions between the player and club had convinced Mejbri that he would receive a substantial amount of game time at Old Trafford this season. Erik ten Hag, the club’s manager, was reportedly impressed by Mejbri’s performance during pre-season, and the 20-year-old midfielder returned from his season-long loan at Birmingham City with an enhanced maturity and tactical intelligence in his gameplay.
Nevertheless, the presence of formidable midfielders like Bruno Fernandes, Mason Mount, and the promising Kobbie Mainoo, upon his return from injury, presents a challenging obstacle for Mejbri’s inclusion in the starting lineup. With his evident need for regular game time, the possibility of another loan move seems increasingly plausible if he cannot secure it at Old Trafford this season. The saga surrounding Hannibal Mejbri’s future continues to captivate football enthusiasts, leaving us eagerly awaiting further developments.