Sofyan Amrabat (born August 21, 1996) is a highly skilled Moroccan professional football player.

He plays as a defensive midfielder for English Premier League club Manchester United F.C. and represents the Morocco national team. Sofyan Amrabat is admired for his adaptability on the field, exceptional physicality, and proficient tackling skills.

Despite being in the process of refining his abilities, Sofyan Amrabat exhibits immense potential to emerge as an elite player. Unquestionably, he will continue to play a vital role for Morocco in the years ahead.

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WIKI FACTS & ABOUT DATA
Full Name: Sofyan Amrabat
Born: 21 August 1996 (age 27 years old)
Place of Birth: Huizen, Netherlands
Nationality: Moroccan
Education: N/A
Height: 1.85 m
Parents: Mohammed Amrabat
Siblings: Nordin Amrabat
Spouse: Not Married
Girlfriend • Partner: N/A
Children: N/A
Occupation: Football Player
Net Worth: $3.5 million

Early Life & Education

Sofyan Amrabat, a professional football prodigy, entered this world on August 21, 1996, in the picturesque town of Huizen in the Netherlands. Born to Moroccan parents, his father goes by the name of Mohammed Amrabat, while unfortunately, his mother’s name remains undisclosed.

Growing up alongside his brother, Nordin AmrabatSofyan Amrabat‘s upbringing was undoubtedly filled with sibling camaraderie and shared experiences.

As he ventured into football, Sofyan Amrabat honed his skills through dedication and commitment within the youth system of Utrecht, ultimately becoming a proud graduate.

Career

Sofyan Amrabat‘s football journey began at Utrecht’s youth system in 2007, following his early days at HSV De Zuidvogels. After years of hard work, his senior debut for Utrecht arrived on November 2, 2014.

In 2017, he joined Feyenoord, and his four-year contract came with a €4 million transfer fee paid to Utrecht. In 2018, Sofyan Amrabat moved to Club Brugge, and Feyenoord received €2.5 million. He went on loan to Hellas Verona in 2019.

In January 2020, Hellas Verona exercised their option to buy Sofyan Amrabat from Club Brugge for €3.5 million but quickly sold him to Fiorentina for €20 million, with the possibility of an additional €1.5 million in add-ons.

Despite the transfer to Fiorentina, Sofyan Amrabat continued to play on loan for Hellas Verona until the end of the 2019–2020 season. His performances earned him Hellas Verona’s Player of the Season award in July 2020.

On September 26, 2020, Sofyan Amrabat first appeared for Fiorentina in a 4-3 match against Inter Milan. He continued to impress, playing the full duration of Fiorentina’s intense 2-1 loss to West Ham United in the final of the 2023 UEFA Europa League.

His senior debut for the Morocco national team came on March 28, 2017, in a 1-0 friendly victory against Tunisia. Sofyan Amrabat was then part of Morocco’s 23-man 2018 FIFA World Cup squad.

Transfer News

Sofyan Amrabat has been consistently linked with a potential transfer to Manchester United; however, as of August 31, 2023, the move has yet to come to fruition.

It has been reported that Manchester United made a loan offer amounting to £1.7 million for Sofyan Amrabat, yet Fiorentina swiftly dismissed this proposal. According to sources, Fiorentina is adamant about receiving a substantial fee of approximately £20 million to part ways with the player.

According to reports from England and Italy, Manchester United is actively negotiating a loan deal with an obligation to buy Sofyan Amrabat. Enzo Bucchioni, a reliable source, has disclosed that the talks are centered around a loan offer that includes a mandatory purchase clause worth €27 million. This suggests that Manchester United is keen on securing Amrabat‘s services permanently after an initial loan period.

On the 1st of September, 2023, Sofyan Amrabat‘s deal to join Manchester United was said to be concluded, which means he is a Manchester United player on a loan deal.

Awards & Nominations

  • 2019-20 Hellas Verona Player of the Season
  • 2020 Gazzetta dello Sport Best African Player in Serie A
  • 2022 IFFHS Africa Team of The Year
  • 2023 Laureus World Breakthrough of the Year (with Morocco national football team)

Social Media

  • Instagram handle: @sofyanamrabat
  • Facebook: SAmrabatOfficial
  • Twitter handle: @sofyan_amrabat

Personal Life

Sofyan Amrabat, age 27, has no children and is not in a relationship. Known for being a private individual, he keeps his personal life away from the spotlight and does not share much about his romantic endeavors on social media platforms.

Sofyan Amrabat has no married wife, kids, or girlfriend.

Net Worth

Sofyan Amrabat, a talented Moroccan athlete, showcases his skills on the football field as a midfielder for English Premier League club Manchester United F.C. and represents his nation as a member of the Moroccan national team.

He excels in his sport, and Sofyan Amrabat also has an astounding net worth of almost $3.5 million. He also gets a handsome annual salary of €1.6 million, nearly $1.8 million, from his time at Fiorentina.