Napoli Push Ahead in Talks for Rasmus Højlund Transfer

Napoli are moving forward in their bid to sign Manchester United striker Rasmus Højlund. They are now discussing contract terms with the 22-year-old and his agents.

WHAT HAPPENED?

After initial talks this week, Napoli made Højlund their main focus. There were positive talks on Friday between Napoli and Højlund’s side about the club and their future plans in Naples. Manchester United know about these talks and will approve the move if Højlund and Napoli agree on the details. Reports say Napoli want to loan Højlund, but this would become a permanent deal later, fitting the striker’s wish for a clear future and stable role at his new team after Romelu Lukaku’s serious injury.

WHY NAPOLI WANT HOJLUND

Napoli need a striker urgently due to Romelu Lukaku’s serious injury. They see Højlund as the best fit for this role. Last season, Højlund scored 6 goals and provided 2 assists in 33 appearances for Manchester United, but couldn’t play often after new signings arrived due to slipping down the pecking order. United, who finished fifteenth in the Premier League, are planning squad changes as manager Ruben Amorim rebuilds the team. Napoli also start the 2024/25 Serie A season soon, and looking at improving their attack for the new season. Adding Højlund could boost their attack and help them close the gap at the top.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR HOJLUND, NAPOLI, AND MAN UNITED?

If talks continue well, Højlund could be part of the Napoli team for their next league game against Sassuolo, who are back in the Serie A after gaining promotion last season. Manchester United, who play Fulham next in the Premier League, are open to finishing the transfer soon. United lost their opener, and just like their hosts Fulham, will want to get the 1st win of the new season this weekend. If Højlund leaves, United will have to adjust their forward lineup for the rest of the season. For Napoli, signing Højlund would be a major boost and could give them the extra push needed to challenge the top teams in the league.