Man Utd Secures New Striker, Eyes Midfield Reinforcements Amidst Hojlund Uncertainty
Manchester United has bolstered its attacking options with the arrival of Benjamin Sesko, a move that potentially reshapes striker Rasmus Hojlund’s role and opens the door for further midfield acquisitions under manager Ruben Amorim.
PSG Anticipates Goalkeeper Bids Following Chevalier Signing
Paris Saint-Germain is reportedly bracing for transfer activity surrounding goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, having secured the signing of Lucas Chevalier from LOSC Lille. The Italian international, with one year remaining on his contract, is a target for several European giants.
Sources indicate that Manchester United, Chelsea, and Inter Milan are all monitoring Donnarumma’s situation. PSG appears open to his departure, with reports suggesting a fee around £26 million could be sufficient to secure his services.
“United should be all over Donnarumma, but only if they sell Andre Onana. The priority is a new midfielder and if they are capable of providing a new workhorse for Amorim, a new goalkeeper seems unlikely. However, if Onana is sold, the Reds will have to bring in a replacement and there aren’t many better in Europe than Donnarumma. With just one year left on his deal, there isn’t a better time to sign him, but right now, United just can’t work around it.”
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AC Milan Linked with Loan Move for Rasmus Hojlund
The arrival of Benjamin Sesko has cast a shadow over Danish striker Rasmus Hojlund’s future at Old Trafford, with his guaranteed starting position now uncertain. Italian club AC Milan has reportedly entered discussions for the forward.
Reports suggest Milan is exploring a loan deal worth €6 million (£5.1m) with a €45 million (£38.9m) buy option, including covering Hojlund’s entire salary. However, Hojlund has yet to indicate his willingness to leave.
“United have to be very smart with what they decide to do with Hojlund. Sesko’s arrival does mean the pressure on him doesn’t weigh heavy, but he’s not going to be first choice anymore. But if they loan him out, where do they go as a second choice? Joshua Zirkzee seems better suited to playing deeper and Chido Obi is still so raw. If they let him go, do they turn to Dominic Calvert-Lewin or Jamie Vardy on a free?”
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The strategic decisions surrounding Hojlund will be critical for Manchester United’s attacking depth. Should Hojlund depart, the club may need to consider veteran options like Dominic Calvert-Lewin or Jamie Vardy as backup, highlighting potential gaps in the squad’s transition plan. In the 2023-24 Premier League season, Manchester United conceded 58 goals, underscoring the need for defensive stability alongside offensive reinforcements (Premier League 2025).
