Real Madrid want to sign 22-year-old Manchester United star on loan; Red Devils ‘give ok’ for deal to go through: Reports

Real Madrid are reportedly interested in completing a loan deal for Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund in the summer. According to Defensa Central (via Football365), the Red Devils are happy with the move to go through.

Goalscoring was a huge issue for the Manchester outfit in the 2024-25 season, and Hojlund has seemingly contributed to this. As a result, reports have linked the Denmark international with an Old Trafford exit this summer.

Overall, he made 32 appearances in the Premier League, bagging just four goals in the process. A move away might just suit him, with Matheus Cunha having signed for the Red Devils.

However, Real Madrid may not be the best destination for the 22-year-old striker. With Kylian Mbappe a guaranteed starter down the middle. This means Hojlund will see very limited game time at the Santiago Bernabeu.

As for Los Blancos, the former Serie A forward may be a good enough second choice. It further helps them with the fact that they would reportedly have to cover only the player's wages and not pay a loan fee.

Hojlund joined Manchester United from Atalanta in the summer of 2023 for a reported fee of £72 million. Since then, he has played 95 matches across competitions for the Red Devils, bagging 26 goals and six assists.

Hojlund will also face competition from Joshua Zirkzee at Old Trafford. Ruben Amorim and Co. have been linked with other strikers as well, including the likes of Viktor Gyokeres and Victor Osimhen, among others.

Manchester United learn asking price for Real Madrid star as they seek Andre Onana replacement- Reports

Manchester United are seemingly looking to replace Andre Onana at Old Trafford, after the goalkeeper has had a tough time of things this season. As a result, the Red Devils have been linked with a move for Real Madrid shot-stopper Andriy Lunin, who is currently the second choice at Santiago Bernabeu.

According to Defensa Central (via TEAMtalk), the Spanish giants would be willing to let go of the 26-year-old if an offer of around €25-30 million comes their way. However, this report also clarifies that the priority of Real Madrid remains to keep Lunin at the club.

This season, the Ukraine international made seven appearances in LaLiga keeping four clean sheets, and two in the UEFA Champions League. If Manchester United are to move on from Onana, there is an opportunity for Lunin to become a starter under Ruben Amorim.

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Rahul has been a European football journalist for Sportskeeda since 2023. A B.B.A. L.L.B. graduate, he captained his university football team and also played for Boca Juniors Football School during his initial years, and also coached his university's girls team. He always aims to translate his tactical awareness, knowledge of the sport and first-hand experience into well-researched articles for his readers.

A follower of the beautiful game since 2014, Rahul is an avid Arsenal and a match-going Bengaluru FC fan. His favorite footballer is Mesut Ozil due to his love for nimble-footed playmakers, while his favorite manager is the legendary Arsene Wenger owing to the Frenchman's attractive style of football.

Rahul, whose favorite FIFA World Cup moment is Lionel Messi lifting the trophy in 2022, has interviewed grassroots expert Tom Byer in the past and gained insight into Japanese football. He also believes Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland can rule the footballing world and take Ronaldo and Messi's place.

When he is not writing, Rahul likes to spend his time playing football, following the Indian Super League and watching other sports. He is also a huge cricket fan and supports Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

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