Manchester United’s summer transfer window was full of twists and turns, with several young talents drawing attention from clubs across Europe and beyond.
Amid the flurry of deals, some targets failed to materialise despite advanced negotiations, leaving a handful of prospects evaluating alternative options.
The closing of most European transfer windows has left players with fewer avenues to test themselves in senior football, forcing them to explore moves outside the continent.
Meanwhile, the UAE Pro League has been quietly growing in stature, attracting players with lucrative contracts and the opportunity to compete in the AFC Champions League.
Clubs like Al-Hilal and Al-Ittihad, featuring stars such as Kalidou Koulibaly, Ruben Neves, Joao Cancelo, Karim Benzema, and of course Cristiano Ronaldo, are making the Middle East a tempting proposition for ambitious players seeking a fresh challenge.
One Manchester United talent now weighing his next move is 21-year-old winger Sam Mather.
The young attacker had been in advanced talks with Turkish side Kayserispor on transfer deadline day, with personal terms and a buyback clause reportedly agreed.
However, United felt they did not have enough time to finalise the deal before the window closed, forcing the proposed permanent transfer to collapse.
With most European options now closed, Sam Mather is considering an offer from a UAE Pro League club, a move that would allow him to compete in the AFC Champions League against some of Asia’s best teams, as per the Manchester Evening News.
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The winger has expressed a desire to step up from academy football and test himself in a senior environment, making the switch to the UAE an intriguing option.
The offer from the UAE presents not just competitive football but also exposure to high-profile international stars.
Playing against clubs such as Al-Hilal and Al-Ittihad would see Mather share the pitch with world-class names, adding a new dimension to his development.
While the young forward had targeted Europe throughout the summer, he now faces a decision that could significantly shape the early trajectory of his professional career.
United’s hierarchy will be closely monitoring Mather’s deliberations, keen to ensure the 21-year-old’s next move benefits both the player and the club.
Whether he heads to the UAE or pursues another option remains uncertain, but the decision is imminent.
