Euro giants make late push for United star, “confident” he will accept their offer due to Champions League – report

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Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund faces an uncertain future heading into the final days of the transfer window.

United underlined that Hojlund has no future under Ruben Amorim by signing Benjamin Sesko in a big-money deal.

On the day Sesko was unveiled at Old Trafford, Amorim left Hojlund on the bench, and opted to start Mason Mount as the number nine instead.

AC Milan unlikely to land Hojlund

Sesko’s move to United alerted AC Milan, who tried to capitalise on his situation by making a concrete offer for his services.

However, the 22-year-old is reluctant to move to San Siro. It has been previously reported that the Dane is keen on staying at United and fighting for his place.

Earlier today, The Peoples Person relayed a report claiming Milan are “stepping back from the race” to sign the Denmark international. 

In recent days, Atalanta and Napoli have also been linked with the pacey striker.

Napoli in the driving seat for Hojlund’s signature

According to Gianluca Di Marzio, Napoli are now pushing to get a deal over the line for Hojlund.

The Serie A champions are in the market for a new emergency striker following an injury to Romelu Lukaku. 

Napoli have already held initial discussions with United, who are open to listening to offers for their £72m signing. He was absent from Amorim’s matchday squad for the clash against Arsenal in the Premier League opener as well.

The Naples outfit are “pushing hard” for a loan with an option to buy deal. Further, they are “confident” Hojlund will give his approval to their proposal, as they can offer him Champions League football. 

Earlier, Napoli explored the possibility of signing Joshua Zirkzee. However, United have no intention to sell the Dutchman, who is highly rated at Carrington.

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