Man Utd may swoop in to sign Ajax wonderkid after Real Madrid move fell through over failed medical

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Abdellah Ouazane’s move to Real Madrid collapsed after a failed medical, with Manchester United now expected to step up their interest.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Ouazane had previously rejected a contract extension from Ajax, but following the collapse of his move to Real Madrid, the Dutch club are now hopeful of securing his renewal, according to Mundo Deportivo.

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THE BIGGER PICTURE

The Moroccan midfielder underwent a second medical examination with the Amsterdam UMC which showed that he has in perfect condition but somehow Real were not convinced. With Madrid stepping back from negotiations, English side United are interested in the midfielder.

DID YOU KNOW?

Madrid have already completed the signing of Alvaro Carreras from Benfica. Carreras was a product of the Real Madrid youth system that has now shone through.

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WHAT NEXT FOR OUAZANE AND MADRID ?

Ouazane will hope that his failed medical examination with Madrid was only a clerical error. Madrid, meanwhile, will look elsewhere to strengthen their youth team with players like Nico Paz and Carreras showing how their youth system is capable of churning out some real gems.