Atalanta have set an asking price of £86million for Rasmus Hojlund, effectively ending Manchester United’s hopes of signing the striker for a figure of around £52million. The 20-year-old Dane was seen as a viable alternative to Harry Kane, who Tottenham set a £120m asking price for. However, United felt they would not sanction any deal with a Premier League rival and turned their attention to Hojlund. The striker is a boyhood United supporter, but the club is unlikely to pay the asking price set by Atalanta.
Heading 1: Atalanta sets £86m asking price for Hojlund
Atalanta has dashed Manchester United’s hopes of signing Rasmus Hojlund for a figure of around £52million by setting an asking price of £86million for the striker. The 20-year-old Dane was seen as a viable alternative to Harry Kane, but United felt they would not sanction any deal with a Premier League rival and turned their attention to Hojlund.
Heading 2: United’s pursuit of Kane ends
Manchester United decided to end their pursuit of Harry Kane after Tottenham set a £120m asking price for the striker. United felt they would ultimately not sanction any deal with a Premier League rival and turned their attention to Rasmus Hojlund.
Heading 3: Hojlund keen on move to United
Rasmus Hojlund is a boyhood Manchester United supporter and is keen on a move to the club. However, Atalanta’s asking price of £86million is significantly above what United would be prepared to pay for the striker.
Heading 4: Atalanta’s failure to qualify for Champions League could aid United’s pursuit
Atalanta’s failure to qualify for the Champions League could aid Manchester United’s pursuit of Rasmus Hojlund. The club could still test the waters, but it is unlikely that they will pay the asking price set by Atalanta.
Heading 5: United’s bid for Mason Mount rejected
Manchester United have already had a bid rejected for Mason Mount. Chelsea turned down the £40m bid, with the Blues valuing the England international at £70m.
Heading 6: Arsenal end interest in Moises Caicedo
Chelsea and Manchester United have been handed a transfer boost as Arsenal end their interest in long-time target Moises Caicedo.
In conclusion, Atalanta’s asking price of £86million for Rasmus Hojlund has effectively ended Manchester United’s hopes of signing the striker for a figure of around £52million. The club is unlikely to pay the asking price set by Atalanta, despite Hojlund being a boyhood United supporter. United turned their attention to Hojlund after deciding to end their pursuit of Harry Kane, who Tottenham set a £120m asking price for. The club could still test the waters, but it is unlikely that they will pay the asking price set by Atalanta.