Manchester United are reportedly advancing in their chase of Paris Saint-Germain striker Randal Kolo Muani.
PSG signed Kolo Muani from Eintracht Frankfurt in the summer of 2023 in a deal worth around €90m. However, he has fallen out of favour under manager Luis Enrique and has been made available for transfer this month, with a number of clubs, including United, exploring a transfer.
David Ornstein recently revealed that United are “actively exploring” a loan move for the France international.
United’s desire to add a new striker to the ranks is no secret, with both Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee struggling to regularly come up with the goods in front of goal.
The Red Devils’ need for attacking reinforcements could become even more urgent in the event that Marcus Rashford leaves this month.
Now, Sky Germany reporter Florian Plettenberg has given an update on United’s pursuit of the 26-year-old.
According to Plettenberg, United are stepping up their bid to land him ahead of other interested parties and talks with PSG are expected to start soon.
“Manchester United’s efforts to sign Randal Kolo Muani are becoming more concrete!”
“The Red Devils are now determined to do everything possible to secure his transfer in the winter. Recently, there have been very specific talks with his management, and direct negotiations with Paris Saint-Germain are expected to follow.”
“United are considering a loan deal, ideally with an option to buy.”
🚨🔴 Manchester United’s efforts to sign Randal Kolo Muani are becoming more concrete!
The Red Devils are now determined to do everything possible to secure his transfer in the winter. Recently, there have been very specific talks with his management, and direct negotiations… pic.twitter.com/esEzxrWbRz
— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) January 10, 2025
“Other clubs still in the race include Chelsea, Aston Villa, Tottenham, Juventus, AC Milan, and others.”
Fabrizio Romano said about the situation [via GIVEMESPORT], “Tottenham and Juventus are both pushing. Manchester United called to be informed on the deal last week. It’s an open race, but surely Spurs and Juventus are trying.”
So far this season, Kolo Muani has managed just two goals and one assist in 14 appearances across Ligue 1 and the Champions League.
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