United want to sign ‘versatile’ PSG star in January, contact made with club and agents | OneFootball

Manchester United have been unconvincing up front in the Premier League, scoring only 23 goals in 20 games this term.

Manager Ruben Amorim may want more firepower in the final third for the second half of the season, and the club are already working on it.

The Athletic claims United are ‘actively exploring’ a January deal to sign Paris Saint-Germain forward Randal Kolo Muani on loan.

PSG and the player’s agents have been made aware of the admiration.

Muani is one of the best ‘versatile’ attackers in the transfer market this winter.

His ability to play up top or on the wings makes him ‘an appealing addition’ for Amorim’s system.

United are in a good position to land Muani

The 26-year-old was one of the top striker targets for United in 2023, but manager Erik ten Hag eventually chose Rasmus Hojlund.

Hojlund has shown glimpses of his potential with scoring runs, but he needs more experience to become a consistent striker for the club.

Joshua Zirkzee has not provided much competition this season. Amorim may want someone experienced to compete.

Muani was a revelation in his debut season at Eintracht Frankfurt, tallying 23 goals and 17 assists in 46 appearances across all competitions.

He joined PSG for an initial £64 million last year, but things have gone pear-shaped for him.

The Frenchman has just 11 goals and seven assists from 54 appearances. He has been limited to only 44 minutes per outing for Les Parisiens.

Muani has not had regular playing time to prove his credentials. A new challenge away could bring out the best in him.

Amorim could be prepared to guarantee him a starting role with the shortcomings of Hojlund and Zirkzee, who have struggled in the league games.

United reportedly face competition from Tottenham Hotspur and Juventus but could have the upper hand by assuring him consistent minutes.

It appears a no-brainer decision to sign the £144,000 per week star on loan. There are fewer risks associated.

The club could consider a permanent deal if he were to make a good impression.

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