Man Utd agrees to Hojlund’s personal terms

manchester united have agreed preliminary personal terms with Rasmus Hojlund and i have talked to atalanta for a deal, although there is a gap in their assessments of the striker.

A striker is United’s key focus after boosting their midfield with mason assembly and the imminent arrival of goalkeeper André Onana.

Hojlund is the priority target, but other options are being considered, such as Eintracht Frankfurt‘s color randalwith whom United is holding side talks.

Hojlund has signaled to Atalanta that he wants to leave, with Ligue 1 champions Paris Saint-Germain also in contention for his signature.

Atalanta previously placed a sale price of 100 million euros (85.5 million pounds, $112 million) for the 20-year-old, while recent reports have suggested they want 70 million euros (60 million pounds). sterling, 78.7 million dollars) plus 10 million euros in accessories. However, those interested will hope to negotiate a lower price with the Italian club.

The need to comply with financial fair play is expected to have an impact on United’s pursuit and they will likely need to raise funds from the sales before completing another major acquisition.

Atalanta previously rejected United’s offer of money plus players for Hojlundthe Bergamo team insists on a straight cash deal.

Talks for Hojlund have come at the same time as negotiations for Onana as United try to stay within their summer budget of around £100 million ($131 million). United are ready to sign Onana from Inter de Milanhaving agreed a rate and personal conditions.

Hojlund joined Atalanta last summer from Austrian side Sturm Graz. He recorded eight goals and two assists in 31 A league games.

He Denmark international also scored five goals in two games during Euro 2024 qualifying in March, including a hat-trick against Finland.

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Mark Carey has looked at Hojlund and why the young striker has been in demand. comparisons with dusan vlahovic and Erling Haaland they touch each other, although the striker is willing to downplay them. There’s also a closer look at the quality of his shooting and how he stacks up against other under-23 players across Europe… You can read the full article here.

“While the typical modern striker has undergone a bit of a makeover in recent years towards a more cunning and fluid false-nine profile, Hojlund is more of a throwback, with his hurried and dogged style of play often looking like he’s playing . in fast forward.

“The blistering speed he possesses is a huge asset when playing on a fast-break team.

“With many elite clubs seeking a long-term solution for their forward line, their rise to prominence could hardly come at a better time.”

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