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Man Utd conduct ‘extensive work’ on signing next Lamine Yamal

Manchester United have already conducted “extensive work” on scouting Lens teenage sensation Mezian Mesloub, a young attacker who has already been likened to Lamine Yamal.

By Robin Bairner · Football Transfers

Published: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 7:13 AM

Key Things to Know

Manchester United have conducted extensive scouting groundwork on 16-year-old Lens attacker Mezian Mesloub.
A permanent transfer to Premier League clubs is impossible until January 2028 when he turns 18.
Arsenal, Chelsea, PSG, Monaco, Barcelona, Atletico Madrid, and RB Leipzig are also monitoring the teenager.

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Manchester United have reportedly carried out extensive scouting work on Lens teenager Mezian Mesloub. The 16-year-old attacker has drawn comparisons to Barcelona's Lamine Yamal following notable performances in Ligue 1 and the Champions League, attracting strong interest across Europe from clubs including Paris Saint-Germain, Monaco, Barcelona, Atletico Madrid, and RB Leipzig.

English suitors Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester United face post-Brexit regulatory constraints that prevent a permanent transfer until Mesloub turns 18 in November 2027. Consequently, any potential permanent move to an English club will not be possible until the January 2028 transfer window.

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Man Utd conduct ‘extensive work’ on signing next Lamine Yamal

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