Marcel Sabitzer, who joined Manchester United on loan from Bayern Munich on deadline day in January, is actively pushing for a permanent stay at Old Trafford as his loan spell with the Red Devils nears its end.

The Austrian midfielder has made a strong impression since joining United, making 13 appearances in all competitions and contributing three goals and one assist.

Sabitzer's recent performance in United's Europa League quarter-final first-leg clash against Sevilla at Old Trafford was particularly noteworthy, as he scored a first-half brace in a 2-2 draw. However, he unfortunately picked up a groin injury during warm-up ahead of a weekend match against Nottingham Forest, resulting in him being replaced by Christian Eriksen.

In a recent interview with BILD, Sabitzer expressed his love for United and his admiration for the first-team setup under manager Erik ten Hag. He strongly hinted at his desire to remain in England rather than return to Bayern Munich, and sources have told Football Insider that a permanent move to United this summer now has a good chance of happening.

According to the well-placed source, "Erik ten Hag has been pleased with the 29-year-old's performances since he arrived at the club, and the midfielder is believed to be happy at Old Trafford. It is believed that there is a willingness from all parties to convert Sabitzer's temporary stay into a permanent one this summer. However, the move will likely hinge on the asking price of the midfielder's parent club, Bayern Munich."

The situation at Bayern Munich may work in Sabitzer's favour, as he is not seen as part of new manager Thomas Tuchel's long-term plans, and the imminent signing of Konrad Laimer by the Bavarian club suggests that an exit from Germany for Sabitzer is the most likely outcome.

The potential permanent signing of Sabitzer would be welcome news for United fans who have taken a liking to the midfielder. His impressive performances on the pitch have earned him praise and support from both the fans and the coaching staff, and his desire to stay at Old Trafford has been well-received.

As the end of his loan spell approaches, Sabitzer's future at United remains uncertain, but it seems that all parties are keen on making his stay permanent, pending negotiations with Bayern Munich.

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