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Manchester United are reportedly nonetheless all in favour of West Ham ahead Mohammed Kudus, even after a earlier swap deal proposal was turned down.
United’s high precedence this summer time is including targets to the crew after a toothless season that noticed the membership end in fifteenth place and with a -10 objective distinction.
The Purple Devils have already confirmed the arrival of Matheus Cunha from Wolverhampton Wanderers and work is underway to get a deal for Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo over the road. United are additionally believed to be eyeing a striker amidst uncertainty over the way forward for the uninspiring Rasmus Hojlund.
But it surely seems United have extra plans up their sleeve, with The Guardian reporting that Amorim’s aspect are nonetheless keen to herald Kudus.
Kudus burst onto the Premier League scene in type, netting eight targets and supplying 9 assists in 33 appearances, rapidly establishing himself as probably the most harmful attackers in England. Nevertheless, his output dipped barely final season, registering 5 targets and three assists – nonetheless a decent return, particularly given West Ham’s broader struggles.
A report coated by The Peoples Particular person claimed that United approached West Ham with a suggestion involving Jadon Sancho as a part of a proposed swap deal for Kudus.
Sancho spent the 2024/25 season on mortgage at Chelsea, however the Blues selected to not set off the duty to purchase, sending him again to United, who at the moment are actively exploring choices to dump him.
West Ham turned down United’s provide, exhibiting little interest in taking Sancho as a part of the deal. Studies later steered the Hammers had reservations in regards to the England worldwide’s professionalism. These rumours have been firmly denied by Sancho’s camp.
It seems United haven’t given up hope of signing Kudus.
In keeping with The Guardian, United are nonetheless within the race to signal him however they face stiff competitors from Chelsea. Enzo Maresca’s aspect have already opened talks with West Ham.
Jacob Steinberg reveals, “Chelsea failed with an preliminary strategy for Kudus, who can also be a goal for Manchester United, Newcastle and one different unnamed Premier League membership.”
“Talks happened with West Ham, who need to increase funds by promoting Kudus, after Chelsea have been provided a chance to signal the Ghana worldwide.”
“Discussions have continued however there has not been a proper bid. Chelsea have proposed together with gamers in any switch however West Ham desire a straight sale and have been equally uninterested when United steered a swap.”
It’s understood Kudus has an £85m launch clause, which is legitimate for Premier League golf equipment for the primary 10 days of July.
On his half, Kudus desires to go away West Ham as he feels he is able to take the subsequent step in his profession.
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