Manchester United are reportedly very keen on completing a deal for Inter Milan youngster Francesco Pio Esposito, whose price has now been set.
The teenage striker is spending the season out on loan at Spezia Calcio in Serie B and is impressing with his fine performances.
He has so far notched nine goals in 20 appearances across all competitions, drawing the interest of some of Europe’s biggest clubs.
A previous report covered by The Peoples Person relayed that in addition to United, Ruud van Nistelrooy’s Leicester City are also admirers of Esposito.
It was stated that the Red Devils were keeping tabs on the 19-year-old ahead of a potential swoop. Now, FCInterNews08 have given an update on United’s pursuit of the goalscorer.
According to the Italian news outlet, United are “serious” about him. It’s understood that the player has “won over” the English side, who are “ready to present an offer” to Inter when the summer transfer window opens.
“The club [Inter] owns the contract and has no intention of letting go of such a talent so easily. Beppe Marotta – and the management – will not consider offers under thirty million euros for the striker of the future.”
In fact, Inter will only sanction his sale after July.
This is because Simone Inzaghi’s side are determined to use Esposito at the upcoming Club World Cup, which is set to take place in the summer.
Senior striker options Marko Arnautovic and Joaquin Correa are currently available but their respective contracts expire at the end of June.
Inter are wary of being left short upfront, hence why they want to keep Esposito in their ranks.
The Club World Cup will also give him an opportunity to plead his case to stay under Inzaghi or even showcase his abilities to attract interest from potential suitors.
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