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Business Upturn
6 days ago
- Business
- Business Upturn
AC Milan close in on Rasmus Højlund loan deal with Manchester United
By Ravi Kumar Jha Published on August 13, 2025, 19:24 IST AC Milan are making significant progress in their pursuit of Manchester United striker Rasmus Højlund, with negotiations between the two clubs and the player's representatives moving forward at pace. According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, talks are ongoing on the player's side to discuss Milan's project, with Højlund reportedly open to the idea of joining the Serie A giants. The Danish forward, who joined Manchester United in the summer of 2023 from Atalanta, has endured a mixed spell at Old Trafford and could be set for a return to Italy. The deal being discussed involves a €6 million loan fee for the 2025/26 season, with AC Milan also agreeing to cover the player's full salary during his time at the San Siro. Crucially, the agreement would include a €45 million buy option clause, giving Milan the opportunity to make the move permanent should Højlund impress during his stint in Italy. This potential transfer could be mutually beneficial for all parties. Milan are seeking to strengthen their attacking options following inconsistencies in front of goal last season, and Højlund's pace, physicality, and finishing ability fit the profile the Rossoneri are targeting. For Manchester United, the move could provide financial flexibility and allow them to reinvest in other areas of the squad while giving Højlund a fresh environment to rediscover his best form. Ahmedabad Plane Crash Ravi kumar jha is an undergraduate student in Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia and Mass Communication. A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication and he also has a genuine interest in sports. Ravi is currently working as a journalist at
IOL News
08-08-2025
- Sport
- IOL News
Benjamin Šeško's move to Manchester United: What it means for Rasmus Højlund
Benjamin Sesko Image: RONNY HARTMANN / AFP With Slovenian hitman Benjamin Šeško snubbing Newcastle United and opting to join Manchester United from RB Leipzig, a lot of Old Trafford exit talks have centered around another young striker on the Red Devils' books; Rasmus Højlund. Following a promising debut campaign in United colours in the 2023/2024 campaign, in which he rattled the net 10 times in 30 English Premier League outings and eventually ending that season with 16 strikes in 43 matches across all competitions, the big Danish striker was toothless in the Premier League in his sophomore campaign. In a season to forget for the Old Trafford club, the big Dane, also a youthful 22, could only contribute four goals in his 32 league appearances, although he posted slightly more impressive numbers in European club competition, notching six goals in his 15 games to leave him with a paltry 10 goals in 52 across all competitions. United have been chosen as the 22-year-old Šeško's preferred destination, despite a reportedly higher bid from Middle Eastern petrodollar bankrolled Newcastle United, and his imminent arrival appears set to put paid to Højlund's career with the joint record English champions. By all accounts, Højlund's 2024/2025 season was disastrous, yet he has shown glimpses of having finally caught on to the tactical demands of manager Ruben Amorim in United's promising pre-season tour across the pond. Amorim is famed for being stubbornly steadfast in his belief in the 3-4-3 formation, and this would most likely see him spearhead his attack with Šeško in the number 9 role, flanked by fellow new boys, Cameroonian speedster Bryan Mbeumo down the right and the flamboyant Brazilian, Matheus Cunha down the left of the front three. Although United will need to recoup money in the way of outgoings, to make up for the Mbeumo, Cunha, and Šeško acquisitions, they should think twice about offloading the former Atalanta marksman. Should the Portuguese tactician not hastily discard Højlund, he could leave himself with an interesting option to tweak his formation, built on the foundations of his 3-4-3. There is no reason why Amorim should not be willing to experiment with pairing the two young strikers in other back three based formations including a 3-5-2 and a 3-4-1-2 formation. Some football analysts might argue that the two will not be able to play together, as is often argued by many in the game who advocate for a solitary number 9 ploughing a lone furrow up top against two centre-backs, but having two up front literally increases United's goal threat. Amorim will once more have to summon his tactical nous on how to navigate the utilisation of the two in the same line-up, but right now, with no European football, United have the chance to lay a full on assault on the Premier League and domestic cups and to do that successfully they will need as many attacking options as possible. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. 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Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading Besides this author's clamouring for a twin pairing of Šeško and Højlund, the reality is that United's striking options are scant at best and letting the Danish international depart would leave them with the new Slovenian acquisition as a senior striker, with only 17 year-old Chido-Obi Martin and a misfiring Joshua Zirkzee as back up. According to several reports Šeško is expected to be unveiled as a new Manchester United player tomorrow at Old Trafford when the Red Devils host Italian Serie A outfit Fiorentina in what will be the home side's final pre-season run out ahead of their season opener against Arsenal on August 17. That season opener against Mikel Arteta's Gunners will set the tone for United's season and it will also serve as a perfect platform for the giant Slovenian to introduce himself to Old Trafford, and what better way to do so than to stick one past an Arsenal side whose advances he also snubbed in favour of a move to United? In his end-of-season speech to the Old Trafford faithful, at the culmination of the miserable 2024/25 campaign, Amorim promised that the good times would be returning to English football's biggest club, and the backing he has received from the club's hierarchy in the transfer market renders this the season for United to rise from the ashes of the past decade. The 2025/26 season is a campaign of reckoning for the Red Devils, one in which they will be looking to restore their tainted dignity, and most importantly, their position as England's leading club and thus bury the ghosts of the disastrous 2024/25 season. IOL
Daily Tribune
01-08-2025
- Sport
- Daily Tribune
Højlund Inspires as Amorim's System Takes Shape
TDT | Manama Manchester United beat Bournemouth 4-1 in the Premier League Summer Series at Soldier Field, with Rasmus Højlund scoring inside eight minutes to set the tone. Patrick Dorgu added a second in the first half, before Amad Diallo and substitute Ethan Williams capped off an encouraging performance in the second. Controlled Performance Despite the absence of new signings Matheus Cunha (rested due to fatigue) and Bryan Mbeumo, United delivered a cohesive display in humid conditions, showing intensity and control throughout. Højlund's movement and link-up play stood out, while Dorgu and Diallo offered consistent attacking outlets in wide areas. Ethan Williams scored within a minute of coming on, finishing off a sweeping move. Bournemouth pulled one back late on via an own goal from Matthijs de Ligt, who inadvertently diverted a cross past goalkeeper Tom Heaton in the 88th minute. But the scoreline fairly reflected United's dominance, with Ruben Amorim's team looking sharper and more structured than in previous outings. Signs of Progress Head coach Ruben Amorim praised the team's intensity, noting improved possession and pressing. He highlighted Højlund's hold-up play and overall influence as key to the side's rhythm, saying 'we are playing better because he's playing better.' The result builds on United's 2–1 win over West Ham earlier in the competition. A win in their final game against Everton would hand United the Summer Series title, and offer further evidence that Amorim's system is beginning to take hold.
Yahoo
08-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Roma come forward for Højlund
Roma is looking for a new striker after the departure of Tammy Abraham and the imminent exit of Eldor Shomurodov. Among the profiles being monitored is Rasmus Højlund of Manchester United. The Dane has begun summer training with the Red Devils, but his future may not be in Manchester. Advertisement According to what Gianluca Di Marzio reported to the Danish site Tipsbladet, Højlund's name is still hot in Serie A. According to Di Marzio, Roma will come forward in the next days. Gian Piero Gasperini is an admirer of his, having already coached him at Atalanta, but bringing him to the capital will not be easy. His valuation is around 45 million euros, a figure too high for the Giallorossi. This is why, for Roma, the loan option could represent the only concrete solution.
Yahoo
30-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Højlund hasn't played with the right players around him, says former Manchester United striker Louis Saha
Louis Saha enjoyed a fantastic Premier League career where he played for Fulham, Newcastle, Sunderland, Manchester United, Spurs and Everton. He managed over 100 goal contributions in the league. For United, he averaged just less than a goal contribution every other game. So he knows what it takes to be a top striker at this level. Recently he spoke to Get Italian Football News, via BetSelect, and shared his thoughts about Rasmus Højlund and Bryan Mbeumo. When asked about whether Højlund had it in him to be the striker for United after a disappointing season, Saha said, 'I'm a fan of his dedication – he wants to work hard, he wants to do well. But he lacks some qualities to be able to play on his own. He should have been supported by a Harry Kane – a player who can show him how to do it. He hasn't played with the right players around him, so it's difficult. When I came in, I was playing with Van Nistelrooy. Advertisement He added, 'Højlund could be alongside a player, one of our new signings. I think he could be part of the squad and contribute. If he starts, he starts, and if he does, then he needs to score because there is another one on the bench who is able to take his place.' Saha who has played for both Spurs and United was also asked to choose a destination for Brentford's Mbeumo, who is reportedly wanted by both teams. 'As a Manchester United fan, it's an obvious answer for me. But I'm biased. You have a club that is going to play the Champions League, which won a trophy last year. I can see the attraction. But United want to rebuild with really top players, and Mbeumo fits the bill. He can really enjoy a new era at Manchester United. With no disrespect, I still feel that Manchester United is a much bigger club and can return to Champions League football soon', Saha said. Interestingly, under pressure United manager Ruben Amorim seems to have Saha's trust too, as he stated that the manager has the right approach and can improve the Red Devils' players and make them a Champions League club in one or two years again. Kaulik Mitra | GIFN
