Man Utd keen on PSG outcast

Manchester United are keen on signing Randal Kolo Muani from Paris Saint-Germain, according to reports.

The 25-year-old had been linked with United extensively last year, but he ended up moving to the French club from Eintracht Frankfurt in a deal worth €95 million.

The France international had a stellar spell in the Bundesliga before he joined PSG. He netted 26 goals in his 50 appearances for the German outfit across all competitions.

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Kolo Muani, who has only started twice in Ligue 1 this season, is now linked with a move away from the Parc des Princes, per Fichajes.

The outlet reported: “The young striker has yet to establish himself as an undisputed starter in Luis Enrique’s system. As a result, PSG are reportedly open to the option of loaning him out to another club to gain minutes and continue his development.

“Manchester United, meanwhile, have been looking to bolster their attack following the departure of Cristiano Ronaldo and the injuries that have affected their front line. With a demanding season ahead, Ruben Amorim and the board of the “Red Devils” see Kolo Muani as an interesting option, both for his goal-scoring ability and his versatility on the pitch.”

It’s thought that PSG would be open to letting the striker leave on loan, though it’s not clear whether they would entertain having any buy-option attached to the agreement.

A loan suits everyone

With PSG unwilling to take such a loss on the player, who is still under contract until 2028, and clubs unlikely to pay the type of money that the Ligue 1 leaders would want for a sale, a loan seems a likely solution.

For Kolo Muani, such a deal would be a breath of fresh air, providing him the opportunity to get more minutes at the top level than he is earning at PSG.

He remains a key player in Didier Deschamps’ France setup, scoring three and creating another in his last three internationals. Indeed, he is the main rival to dropped captain Kylian Mbappe for the No.9 role.