Man Utd told RIDICULOUS Hojlund asking price by Atalanta boss

Jacque Talbot

• 21 Jul 2023 09:17 BST
• 3 min read

Manchester United have been provided with a huge asking price for their next target Rasmus Hojlund.

The Atalanta striker is considered to be Erik ten Hag’s next target after Man Utd wrapped up the signing of Andre Onana.

The 20-year-old is eager to make the move but first, the two clubs need to agree a fee.

But the Premier League outfit have been handed a blow after Atalanta manager Gasperini spoke about the situation, mentioning a price that Man Utd would have to pay for Hojlund.

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The veteran coach said: “I don’t know whether he’ll stay or leave — but I hope the club will value Højlund around €80, 90 or 100m fee”.

“Rasmus is one of the best — if not the best — emerging talent in Europe as a striker”, he told Sky.

Erik ten Hag wants another striker

But Ten Hag wants another forward as well as Hojlund - and sources tell us there is a feeling Harry Kane could be given a go again, but it’s not a deal that would be struck anytime soon. And Bayern Munich are lurking for the England captain as well.

Told Man United are planning a large sales push for next year, with Harry Maguire, Fred and Anthony Martial among those earmarked to leave the club.

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Kane bid could be made depending on player sales

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Ten Hag wants a powerhouse No.9 to be the main focal point in attack, with Hojlund thought to be more of a versatile forward who can even play on the flanks.

Kane could only be achieved if Man Utd are able to make a decent number of player sales to bolster their kitty.

The club still carry debt and as the takeover is not yet concluded, it is thought that Ten Hag is set to miss out on some €70m in extra funds for this window.