Following their failure to sign Hugo Ekitike, Manchester United is reportedly now showing more interest in Paris Saint-Germain forward Randal Kolo Muani. The Red Devils have been in contact with Kolo Muani, who spent the previous season on loan at Juventus, and it appears that negotiations are now moving more quickly, according to Foot Mercato.
Newcastle has joined Manchester United in their chase of Kolo Muani, who appears to be an alluring alternative now that Ekitike is no longer available. According to RMC Sport, Ekitike is expected to sign with Liverpool after turning down United, who may also need a new addition this summer.
However, it appears that Manchester United is not placing all its eggs in one basket. According to a French newspaper, the Red Devils have made Paris Saint-Germain forward Randal Kolo Muani a priority target. The Magpies and Manchester United have made contact, indicating that Newcastle United is also interested in Kolo Muani, according to Foot Mercato.
Man Utd initiate contact with Randal Kolo Muani
Kolo Muani left Eintracht Frankfurt for Paris Saint-Germain two years ago in exchange for an initial £64 million package. He elected to join the Bianconeri on loan last winter after barely making an impression for Les Parisiens.
Even though Juventus is able to provide Kolo Muani Champions League football, United is still unquestionably one of the biggest clubs in the world. The opportunity to play for the Manchester Giants ought to be alluring.
According to Foot Mercato, Newcastle wants Kolo Muani because of the uncertainty surrounding Alexander Isak’s future at St. James’ Park. The Saudi Pro League team Al Hilal has connected Isak as an ambitious transfer target, according to Gianluca Di Marzio. Liverpool may no longer be in the running because of their chase of Ekitike.
As one of the best scorers in world football lately, Isak’s departure would be a devastating blow to Newcastle. Even though nobody will likely be able to meet those lofty expectations, Kolo Muani would be a good choice to succeed him.
