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Rasmus Hojlund, the Danish striker, 22, is a part of Manchester United after joining them in the summer transfer window of 2023 for a reported transfer fee of £64 million plus add-ons included. Hojlund ended his first season at Manchester United with ten Premier League goals. In his debut season, he scored 16 goals across all competitions which made him the club’s joint top scorer for the season. The previous season was a bit tough for the Danish international as he suffered a massive 16-game goal drought, scoring sporadicially across all competitions.
According to the latest development, the Italian giants AC Milan are pushing for a deal to sign the 22-year-old from Manchester United on loan. Talks are ongoing with the player's side to discuss the project of AC Milan. Hojlund, who was keen on continuing with Manchester United, has reportedly opened the doors for a move to San Siro with the club to club negotiations ready to take place. A reported transfer fee of €6 million is being considered by AC Milan with full salary covered for Hojlund on loan, and apart from that, they are also working on a buy option clause for him at €45m.
AC Milan look to bolster their attacking line for the new season under Massimiliano Allegri
Massimilano Allegri, the new manager of AC Milan, is keen to get the Italian giants back to their glory days after they finished eighth on the league table last campaign, failing to qualify in any European competition. The Rossoneri’s have already added the midfield maestro Luka Modric to their squad and are now determined to boost their attacking line. The signing of Hojlund from United can prove to be very beneficial for Milan as he would provide the physicality and finishing to the team.
Manchester United have started the ongoing summer transfer window on a strong note after completely reigniting their attacking line with the signings of Matheus Cunha from Wolverhampton Wanderers and Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford, and recently they completed the deal for their new No. 9 Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig. With the latter's arrival at the club, Hojlund is going to face a lack of game time, which is why he is considering a move to AC Milan.
