“Initial agreement in principle has been reached”: United close to breakthrough in £40m deal – reports

Now that Benjamin Sesko has agreed to move to Manchester United, the Red Devils are trying to get rid of Rasmus Hojlund.

The Dane struggled big-time last term, managing a mere four Premier League goals while generally disappointing with his gameplay.

He has publicly declared his intention to stay and fight for his place, but with a move for Carlos Baleba also in the pipeline, INEOS need outgoings to balance the books.

There was interest from Inter Milan, but United’s insistence on a permanent exit meant the Nerazzurri eventually opted to head in a different direction.

Their arch-rivals AC Milan are ready to take advantage, with United much more open to the idea of a loan. They, however, want an option to buy to be added along with a loan fee.

United want £40 million to part ways with Rasmus Hojlund

As per journalist Ben Jacobs, the 20-time English league champions are demanding a £35 million buy option and an overall fee of £40 million inclusive of that loan fee.

Milan are working on a deal to sign Rasmus Hojlund. Manchester United want £40m.

Milan are prepared to do a loan with a £35m buy option. Loan fee would take package close to #MUFC‘s valuation.

Hojlund on record as wanting to stay, but Manchester United prefer to sell.🇩🇰 pic.twitter.com/r9mUHayeUM

— Ben Jacobs (@JacobsBen) August 8, 2025

“Milan are working on a deal to sign Rasmus Hojlund. Manchester United want £40m. Milan are prepared to do a loan with a £35m buy option. Loan fee would take package close to #MUFC’s valuation.

“Hojlund on record as wanting to stay, but Manchester United prefer to sell,” the journalist wrote on X (formerly Twitter).

Calciomercato have added that an initial agreement between both clubs over the loan fee has been reached with the Rossoneri expected to pay €6 million initially.

However, Rasmus Hojlund is still not convinced. He remains intrigued by the possibility of a return to Italy, but until United push him out, he is willing to stay and fight.

“Hojlund’s candidacy for the Milanese attack is gaining traction. AC Milan have reached a verbal agreement with Manchester United for a €6 million loan.

Initial agreement reached

“Negotiations are still needed on the option to buy , but an initial agreement in principle has been reached on one aspect of the deal. This represents a step forward for AC Milan’s future number 9.

“Hojlund is considering the AC Milan option in depth. The Dane’s agent is already working to determine the level of openness on both sides: if the clubs reach a full agreement on all the details of the deal, the player, who recently expressed his desire to play his cards in Manchester, will also need to be convinced.

“As things stand, while intrigued, Hojlund’s priority remains staying with the Red Devils.”

His desire is admirable, but it is clear that he needs to regain his confidence after a demoralizing previous campaign and playing in the Serie A will suit his strengths.

INEOS will hope he can shine back on familiar grounds, so that Milan end up triggering the buy option.

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