Manchester United Open to Rasmus Højlund Loan as AC Milan Pushes for Deal

Manchester United are ready to loan out striker Rasmus Højlund. However, the player wants to stay at Old Trafford, even though AC Milan are interested according to recent reports.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Manchester United are talking to AC Milan about loaning Rasmus Højlund. Both he and the club have had a tough season. United want a big loan fee of about €6 million and want AC Milan to pay Højlund’s salary. Milan are interested after missing out on Dusan Vlahovic. But the 22-year-old Danish player wants to stay at United and compete for his place. Højlund’s future is uncertain with new forward Benjamin Šeško joining United, making the competition even tougher as his move could impact Højlund’s role.

WHY IS THIS IMPORTANT?

Last season, Manchester United had one of their worst campaigns in over 50 years. They finished fifteenth in the Premier League and missed out on European qualification. Højlund scored just six goals and provided two assists in 33 appearances, struggling for consistency. The club’s hierarchy, under new management, is reshaping the squad and letting go of players who did not perform well. AC Milan finished eighth in Serie A and want a proven striker to compete for the title. Loaning Højlund could help both clubs. United could reduce their wages, while Milan would strengthen their attack.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR HOJLUND AND BOTH TEAMS?

Manchester United’s season begins with a Premier League match against Arsenal next Sunday. AC Milan, who want to challenge the champions Inter, open their Serie A campaign against Cremonese. Both teams need strong starts, so they have good reasons to finalise the Højlund deal quickly. A successful loan move for United could help balance the books and make room for new players. For Milan, getting Højlund is crucial in closing the gap to the top of the table. The next week will likely determine Højlund’s immediate future and shape both teams’ goals for the new season.