Juventus and Inter Milan are reportedly interested in signing Rasmus Hojlund, a target of Manchester United. The 20-year-old Danish striker is Erik ten Hag’s top choice for the center forward position this summer. However, United has faced difficulties in securing the player’s signature.
United initially explored the possibility of signing Tottenham’s Harry Kane but eventually ended their pursuit due to the high transfer fee involved. Hojlund was seen as a more affordable alternative, with United valuing him at around £40 million. However, Atalanta’s asking price of £86 million has taken United by surprise, and their attempt to include players in a part-exchange deal has been rejected by the Italian club.
While Ten Hag is eager to bring Hojlund to United, the club is operating within a tight budget this summer. The recent signing of Andre Onana has already utilized £100 million of the £120 million budget, leaving little room to secure Hojlund’s transfer. This situation puts United at risk of missing out on the talented striker altogether.
Juventus and Inter Milan are closely monitoring Hojlund’s situation and are keen on keeping him in Serie A. Despite United’s financial advantage over both clubs, the opportunity to remain in Italy may appeal to the young Danish player. Interestingly, Inter recently withdrew from negotiations to sign Chelsea’s Romelu Lukaku after the Blues held talks with Juventus regarding the Belgian striker.
In conclusion, Manchester United’s pursuit of Rasmus Hojlund has hit a roadblock due to Atalanta’s high asking price. While United could potentially outspend Juventus and Inter Milan, the allure of remaining in Italy may sway the Danish striker’s decision. As United operates within a tight budget this summer, they risk missing out on Hojlund altogether if they cannot meet Atalanta’s demands.