Manchester United agree £72m deal with Atalanta for Denmark forward. Manchester United have reached an agreement with Atalanta over Rasmus Hojlund. The deal in principle is worth an initial £64m with a further £8m in add-ons.
The Red Devils’ striker search this summer led them to the former Sturm Graz forward, who scored nine goals in 32 Serie A appearances last season.
United’s first offer was rebuffed by Atalanta before Paris Saint-Germain entered the bidding with a rival offer for the 20-year-old. 90min now understands the final package is worth €85m, €10m of are in potential add-ons. Personal terms were agreed between the two parties earlier in July.
Hojlund was not involved in Atalanta’s friendly with Bournemouth, but the signing of his replacement – Almeria’s El Bilal Toure – has been announced by the Italian side.
Should all go to plan, Denmark international Hojlund will become United’s third main summer arrival following incoming deals for midfielder Mason Mount and goalkeeper Andre Onana.
What we know
- Man Utd will pay fixed €75m fee to Atalanta with potential add-ons
- Personal terms were agreed earlier in July
- Atalanta have announced signing of Dane’s replacement