Manchester United Consider Move for Atalanta Striker Rasmus Hojlund
Manchester United are considering a move for Atalanta striker Rasmus Hojlund as they look to bolster their attacking options this summer. The 20-year-old Dane has been in impressive form for Atalanta since joining from Sturm Graz last summer and could be an ideal fit for the Red Devils.
United have already seen their opening bid of £31million rejected by Atalanta, but reports suggest that the Italian side are willing to accept a bid of around £39million for the young striker. Juventus are also reportedly monitoring the situation.
Hojlund on the Rise
Hojlund has enjoyed an impressive debut season in Serie A, scoring nine times in 32 appearances. His performances have caught the eye of many top European clubs, and he recently welcomed talk of a move to Old Trafford.
“It is a huge club, so I must have done something right if it’s rumoured they want me. We have to see what happens,” he said. “As you see and hear, I imagine a lot could happen to quite a few strikers this summer, as many clubs are looking for a no9. Something will definitely happen there, and then we’ll have to wait and see if I am included in it.”
United’s Striker Options
With their spending power limited this summer, Manchester United have been priced out of moves for Harry Kane and Victor Osimhen with both Tottenham and Napoli valuing the strikers in the excess of £100million. Hojlund is another option under serious consideration with the Denmark international thought to be keen to link up with Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford.
The Red Devils are also in talks with Inter Milan to sign goalkeeper Andre Onana and hope to wrap up the signing of Mason Mount from Chelsea next week. They have also been credited with interest in Porto striker Mehdi Taremi as a possible low-cost option.
Conclusion
Manchester United are keen to add another striker to their squad this summer and Atalanta’s Rasmus Hojlund is one of the options being considered. The 20-year-old Dane has enjoyed an impressive debut season in Serie A and could be an ideal fit for the Red Devils. United have already seen their opening bid of £31million rejected by Atalanta, but reports suggest that the Italian side are willing to accept a bid of around £39million for the young striker. With Juventus also reportedly monitoring the situation, it will be interesting to see how this transfer saga unfolds in the coming weeks.