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Could Juventus Really Make a Move for Hojlund?

Hojlund’s Serie A Appeal

The rumours swirling around Rasmus Hojlund’s potential return to Italy have sparked understandable curiosity. As reported by TuttoMercato, Juventus are reportedly eyeing the Manchester United striker, drawn by his previous Serie A spell, youth, and relatively modest wages — “around 4.5 per year”. Despite United placing him on the market “for next summer,” talk of a transfer remains speculative at best.

Rumours Without Foundation – For Now

“For now, however, these are just rumors.” The piece clarifies that no concrete contact has occurred between the clubs or representatives, yet speculation thrives in football’s ever-volatile marketplace. Hojlund could be a logical successor if Dusan Vlahovic departs Turin, but United’s €60 million valuation remains a firm stumbling block. “His balance sheet is around 45 after the 75 – plus 10 in bonuses – spent only two summers ago to take him from Atalanta,” the article notes. United, still in a financial recalibration phase, are unlikely to sell for a loss.

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No Room for Loans in United’s Strategy

“There is no opening for a loan because United needs to raise money,” TuttoMercato explains. Instead, United’s eyes are trained on incoming reinforcements, particularly Gyokeres from Sporting Lisbon and Napoli’s Victor Osimhen. Juventus may also face domestic competition, as “there is an interest in the Dane – dated – from Napoli, who are looking for a striker who can compete for the place with Romelu Lukaku.”

What This Means for Juventus’ Transfer Strategy

If Juventus are serious, a cash offer close to €60 million would be required. But with Osimhen’s salary demands dwarfing Hojlund’s, the Danish forward still offers potential value – assuming United are willing to part ways and Juve see him as a priority.

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Concerned Manchester United Perspective

It’s concerning to hear reports like this from TuttoMercato suggesting United are already open to selling Rasmus Hojlund. Just two seasons ago, the club paid heavily to prise him from Atalanta, and while his debut season was inconsistent, the potential is clear. Selling now – even for €60 million – feels hasty.

There’s also a broader financial narrative here: “United needs to raise money,” which confirms what many fans fear – Erik ten Hag’s rebuild may still be hamstrung by budget constraints. With links to Victor Gyokeres and Victor Osimhen, the strategy appears ambitious on paper, but unless players like Hojlund are offloaded, those names remain pipe dreams.

From a supporter’s standpoint, offloading a 21-year-old striker who’s already shown flashes of quality sends the wrong message. “Regenerated” or not, he deserves more than two seasons to develop at Old Trafford. If Juventus – or worse, a domestic rival – swoop in and he thrives, this could be another one added to the long list of players United gave up on too soon.

For Juventus fans, though, this could be a coup in the making. If Hojlund rediscovers his Serie A form, especially under Allegri’s more structured approach, he could blossom into one of Europe’s most complete forwards.