Inter Milan, one of Italy's football giants, is reportedly prioritising a move for Danish striker Rasmus Hojlund. The Nerazzuri view him as their top target and are keen to negotiate a loan deal with an option to buy. This development comes amidst Manchester United's desire for an outright sale.
According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Inter Milan could push for the signing of Rasmus Hojlund in the coming period. The club sees him as their top striker target and hopes to convince Manchester United over a loan deal with an option to buy.
However, this approach may not sit well with Manchester United - known as the Red Devils - who prefer an outright sale. It seems that Inter Milan is ready to play a waiting game, applying pressure on the Red Devils while also negotiating personal terms with Hojlund.
Manchester United's transfer window moves
Manchester United has been making intelligent moves during this transfer window. After signing Matheus Cunha, they are expected to bring in another attacker - Bryan Mbeumo being their prime target - while also seeking a new centre-forward.
To make room for these new players though, they must find solutions for existing ones like Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee. Despite both being significant investments for the club, it appears that they are leaning towards keeping Zirkzee while offloading Hojlund.
Hojlund recently expressed his excitement about being part of the Manchester United project but reports suggest that he might be open to returning to Italy if offered by Inter Milan.
€45 million question
The report states that Manchester United wants at least €45 million ($53 million) from any potential sale of Hojlund who has attracted considerable interest from Serie A clubs including front-runner Inter Milan. Inter have already established contact to explore a move for Hojlund. However, any deal will hinge on Manchester United’s current stance to sell the striker. The Nerazzuri’s current offer is a loan deal with a buy option at the end of it, which may not please the Red Devils.
Inter Milan is aware of Manchester United's presence in the transfer market and their desire to sign a new striker. They also know that this will only happen once they find a solution for Hojlund.
While Manchester United is eager to sell the €45 million-rated attacker, Inter Milan could play with time to persuade them into loaning out Hojlund instead. This strategy involves applying pressure on Manchester United while simultaneously getting personal terms with Hojlund out of the way.
