Man Utd agree Hojlund terms, won't pay over £60m

Manchester United aren't wasting time when it comes to signing a new striker. It's a priority for manager Erik ten Hag to find someone to play up front, and top of the list is Atalanta's Rasmus Hojlund.

However, the Serie A side won't let him go cheaply, and according to 'The Guardian', the Red Devils won't pay more than £60 million for the young Dane. This falls at least £10 million short of Atalanta's valuation, which lies closer to £80 million.

According to journalist and transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano, the Red Devils have agreed terms with the striker for a five-year deal, however, and with the player pushing for a move, the Italian side might lower their price.

If this is not the case and negotiations stall between the two clubs, Ten Hag has a shortlist, that he can turn to. Back up options include Eintracht Frankfurt’s Randal Kolo Muani, who the United manager believes to be as talented as Atalanta's striker.

Alternatively, Ten Hag could look to his former club Ajax, where Mohammed Kudus plays. The young Ghanaian could add versatility to Old Trafford's attack, and is also a target of Premier League rivals, Chelsea. The Blues have reportedly entered talks with the Dutch side, so United would have to act quickly.

 

July 25, 2023