It’s an open secret that Manchester United desire a new striker to reach this summer season. And, at current, it’s Rasmus Hojlund who appears to be their No 1 goal. However, whereas hyperlinks to the Atalanta teenager are intensifying, it might all be a ruse given their admiration for Harry Kane.

Manchester United are more than pleased to be linked with a wide range of completely different strikers.

They know followers need the arrival of a No 9, with Wout Weghorst not on the membership and Anthony Martial method too inconsistent.

And it fits United to be within the news so supporters know they’re doing their utmost to again Erik ten Hag this summer season.

Despite engaged on a restricted funds, it’s been a optimistic begin to the summer season switch window for the Red Devils.

Mason Mount has joined from Chelsea, whereas Andre Onana is on the verge of touching down from Serie A giants Inter Milan.

But United desire a recent marksman to guide their assault as they chase a primary Premier League title since 2013.

Right now, hyperlinks to Hojlund are gaining energy.

United have scouted the Atalanta star, who scored 9 objectives throughout all competitions final season following his transfer from Sturm Graz.

But, behind the scenes, the membership stay enormous admirers of Kane and would like to signal the Tottenham star.

Without a doubt, that’s simpler mentioned than carried out. Daniel Levy is a troublesome negotiator and loathes the concept of promoting his talisman to a direct rival.

But United might merely be utilizing Hojlund’s identify as a smokescreen as they give the impression of being to strengthen their strikeforce.

Signing Kane at current is problematic as a result of restraints on the membership’s funds, with the Red Devils having to adjust to Financial Fair Play rules.

Yet United could also be biding their time earlier than going all weapons blazing for a participant who's keen to maneuver to Old Trafford.

In order to face any likelihood of signing Kane, Ten Hag might want to promote to lift further funds.

And there are a plethora of gamers who look set to affix the likes of David De Gea, Phil Jones and Axel Tuanzebe out of the exit door.

Eric Bailly and Alex Telles aren’t wished again, with the duo loaned to Marseille and Sevilla respectively final season.

With Harry Maguire down in Ten Hag’s pecking order, and set to lose the captaincy, the 30-year-old can also be on borrowed time.

United could be open to provides for Martial and Jadon Sancho if appropriate bids are available in.

And uncertainty surrounds the long-term futures of Fred, Scott McTominay and Dean Henderson as effectively.

If United went for Kane early, they’d threat being a laughing inventory.

But by dawdling and promoting the deadwood behind the scenes, they’d put themselves able to probably strike a deal.

Meanwhile, an unnamed scout has advised The Mirror that United could be taking an enormous threat with the signing of Hojlund.

“We looked at Hojlund some time ago when he was coming through the Danish international age groups and while he was at Copenhagen and Sturm Graz,” they’re quoted as saying.

“He was worth a punt but the money being asked now would represent a much greater risk” he says.

“He’s still unproven and the Premier League is a very unforgiving place especially if you’re in a Manchester United shirt.

“He’s left footed, strong and powerful so inevitably there will be some comparisons with Haaland but he’s not in his league. Haaland is a generational talent.

“Hojlund’s stats don’t come anywhere near Haaland and his finishing can be erratic.”