Arsenal and Manchester United lining up 'Egyptian Beckham'
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Arsenal and Manchester United lining up 'Egyptian Beckham'
Both Arsenal and Manchester United have their eye on Sunderland's right-sided player, Ahmed Al Muhammadi .
The 23-year-old is on a season-long loan at the Stadium of Light and has been a big hit for Steve Bruce's side so far this term. Sunderland reportedly have the possibility of a £2million deal for Al Muhammadi next summer with his Egyptian side ENPPI. But, according to Sky Sports, both Arsenal and Manchester United are also keen on signing him.
Al Muhammadi has already played 27 times for the Egyptian national team, where he is the starting right back. For his parent club ENPPI he played as a right midfielder in a 3-5-2 formation. And this versatility is an important factor in Al Muhammadi's ability – he can play all across the right flank, and sometimes even as a left back. He even played as a forward for the Egyptian Under-20 national team and has an excellent shot from distance. He possesses a versatility bound to appeal to both Arsene Wenger and Sir Alex Ferguson.
However, Al Muhammadi's trademark is precise, pinpoint crosses – which provided his popular nickname "The Egyptian Beckham." He is also very fast, strong and boasts good heading ability.
With Sunderland only having a loan agreement for the player at the moment, Sky Sports reports that Manchester United and Arsenal could try to steal Al Muhammadi from under the Black Cats' noses.
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