Manchester United have reportedly struck fear into Frankfurt as they consider a move for Atalanta forward Randal Kolo Muani this summer.
The Reds are in need of a striker and they are currently weighing up moves for Kolo Muani and Rasmus Hojlund.
While Hojlund appears to be their primary target, Man Utd have not yet agreed a deal with Atalanta and they could be forced to move on to alternative targets.
According to Christian Falk, Frankfurt are bracing themselves for a offer from Man Utd as they fear the striker could leave this summer.
“Frankfurt are afraid of one club when it comes to the future of Randal Kolo Muani – Manchester United,” Falk told CaughtOffside.
“They heard that PSG weren’t so keen on the player right now, so they hoped to keep him for one more year but the only unknown for them is United. They are still waiting for the offer United were preparing.
“If they come, I think Kolo Muani would agree because there are not so many clubs left and they were one of the first who showed interest. The offer is not on the table now but Frankfurt are still afraid and now we have to see what they will do.”
Kolo Muani would be an exciting addition to this Man Utd squad and he is the sort of player that could thrive under Erik ten Hag.
The 24-year-old scored 15 goals and produced 11 assists in the Bundesliga last season and can play anywhere across the forward line.
He is more developed than Hojlund at this point in time and Man Utd could find it easier to strike a deal with Frankfurt then they would with Atalanta.
Personal terms have already been agreed for Hojlund, but Man Utd are continuing to negotiate over a price tag.
Man Utd have made a solid start to the summer window with the additions of Mason Mount and Andre Onana,
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