Manchester United youngster Kader Meité is set to complete a €30million (£26m) move to Saudi Arabian side Al Hilal, following recent transfer speculation.
The 18-year-old centre-forward had been linked with a surprise January transfer to Old Trafford, with reports claiming the Red Devils held talks with his representatives.
However, sources later confirmed that interest from Manchester United was largely amplified by agent claims, and the club had no immediate plans to sign him.
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Meité has scored three goals in 17 league appearances this season for Rennes, attracting attention from several clubs across Europe and beyond.
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed the move on social media, using his signature “Here we go!” line to signal an imminent announcement.
Romano added that both Rennes and Meité’s representatives have agreed to the deal, with the player set for a medical ahead of the transfer’s completion.
The teenager has reportedly chosen Al Hilal and coach Simone Inzaghi’s project as the ideal next step, despite approaches from Premier League clubs.
Manchester United, meanwhile, are expected to focus on a summer rebuild rather than making major signings this month, reports Manchester World.
The club is prioritising a midfield refresh, a new left winger, and reinforcements at full-back for long-term squad development.
Although a late January addition remains possible, United are unlikely to make a short-term signing, preferring to wait until the summer transfer window.
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