Man United 'target' 24yo PL forward with tricky release clause, swap deal proposal turned down
Manchester United are looking at options to bolster their attack this summer.
The Red Devils have already recruited Matheus Cunha from Wolverhampton Wanderers and are closing in on Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo.
According to The Guardian, United are eyeing a move for West Ham United star Mohammed Kudus.
His contract contains an eye-watering £85m release clause, valid for Premier League sides for the first 10 days of July.
United “suggested a swap” plus cash deal but West Ham remained adamant on a straight sale.
A move for Kudus is highly unlikely
The Hammers value Kudus at a premium price.
The 24-year-old is an exciting talent capable of turning a game on his day.
Kudus has shown great versatility by playing in almost every position in the front line.
He enjoyed a sensational 2023-24 season, netting 18 goals and providing 10 assists in 48 games across all competitions.
Expectations were high for the Ghana international, but his form nosedived last campaign.
He bagged only five goals and four assists, raising questions over his consistency.
United are desperate to offload Jadon Sancho, Marcus Rashford, and Antony as they aim to trim their bloated wage bill.
They would have proposed a deal to West Ham with one of these out-of-favour stars.
Mbeumo is United’s priority target and the club should do everything to bring him to Old Trafford.
He could form a dream partnership with Cunha and support potentially a new striker.
Inconsistent displays and the staggering price tag make Kudus an unattractive buy for United.
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Article written by Sanidhya Bhardwaj .