Man Utd Turns to Atalanta's Rasmus Hojlund Amid Tottenham's Resistance on Harry Kane Transfer
Man Utd's search for a new striker continues this summer While Tottenham's reluctance to sell Harry Kane to a Premier League rival may hinder their chances, the Red Devils have made contact about Atalanta's Rasmus Hojlund as a potential signing for the future Victor Osimhen of Napoli is also on their radar Follow all the latest transfer news with Sky Sports
Manchester United's pursuit of Harry Kane this summer seems to be losing steam as Tottenham have made it clear that they are not willing to part ways with their star striker, especially to a direct Premier League competitor. Despite Kane's impressive record of scoring 30 Premier League goals for a struggling Spurs side last season and being on the radar of United, the club's priority remains to bolster their attacking options.
United is reportedly considering Napoli's Victor Osimhen as an option, but his high cost may depend on the club's finances and potential player departures. It is rumored that the team is looking to acquire two strikers, one with experience and another for the future, and have reached out to Atalanta regarding 20-year-old Rasmus Hojlund's availability.
There have been reports indicating that the Denmark international may be considering a move to the agency that currently represents United's manager, Erik ten Hag. Additionally, United has expressed interest in monitoring the performance of Randal Kolo Muani from Eintracht Frankfurt, along with other potential targets.
Man Utd to make formal bid for Mount | Long-standing interest in Caicedo
After resolving the striker issue, Manchester United's budget for other positions will be more evident. The club has shown interest in acquiring Napoli defender Kim Min-Jae, as conveyed to his representatives.
Manchester United are expected to make a formal bid for Chelsea midfielder Mason Mount soon, but a gap in valuation still exists.
Negotiations are still ongoing between the two clubs regarding the 24-year-old player, whose contract is set to expire in June 2024. United has a specific price in mind for Mount and is unwilling to exceed it, considering the fact that he is approaching the last year of his current contract as a Chelsea academy graduate.
United has reportedly set its sights on Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Moises Caicedo as a potential target should the aforementioned move fall through. The 21-year-old has been in high demand, and United has shown keen interest in him for some time, requesting to be updated on any developments regarding his future.
