Manchester United have made initial contact over moves for 2 England international strikers, as their pursuit of a brand new forward continues, in keeping with reports.
The Red Devils are available in the market for numerous latest signings this summer after a disastrous last season.
Centre-forward is one position that needs strengthening after seriously underwhelming campaigns from Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee.
Manchester United are continuing to pursue Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo but have seen two bids rejected by the Bees.
A second bid of £60m was turned down by Brentford, but talks proceed, with the player keen on the switch to Old Trafford.
Get personalised updates on Manchester United daily
Get up to seek out news in your club in your inbox every morning with Metro’s Football Newsletter.
Join to our newsletter after which select your team within the link so we will send you football news tailored to you.
The recruitment department are keeping their options open, though, and are eyeing up big name moves elsewhere.
The Athletic report that Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins is on the Red Devils’ shortlist, with contact made between the club over the opportunity of a deal.
There was little progress beyond that, with discussions being held around the opportunity of Marcus Rashford staying at Villa permanently beyond his loan spell, but that has not happened.
The report states that Watkins would only be a practical goal for Manchester United if Hojlund is to go away this summer.
Despite his unconvincing stint within the Premier League to date, the previous Atalanta striker still has admirers in Italy, with Inter Milan inquisitive about bringing him back to Serie A.
Also reported to be on Manchester United’s list of targets is Ivan Toney, with Spanish publication Fichajes reporting that his representatives have been contacted over a possible return to the Premier League.
The report suggests Toney can be keen on the move to Old Trafford from Saudi Pro League side Al-Ahli after one season along with his current club.
The 29-year-old scored 30 goals in 44 games last season as Al-Ahli won the AFC Champions League, but could possibly be offered the prospect to move back to England.
The previous Brentford man has been valued at £30-£35m, despite only moving to Saudi Arabia last yr for around £40m on a contract until 2028.
These possible incomings will rely on the success of the Mbeumo chase and the long run of Hojlund, which stays unsure.
Recent reports have suggested that Manchester United are considering pursuing with the 22-year-old, still hopeful that he can grow to be a Premier League star.
The Athletic’s report states that the Red Devils would should sell him for over £45m to count him as profit on PSR rules, which could prove very difficult to do.
Speaking earlier this month, Hojlund believed he’ll still be a United player come next season, telling Norwegian outlet Ekstra Bladet: ‘I actually have a contract until 2030, so I expect to play for Manchester United.
‘I’m looking forward to occurring a summer vacation, after which I’m fully dedicated to the project that’s underway.’
MORE: Brentford provide major update on Arsenal’s transfer move for Christian Norgaard
MORE: Tottenham optimistic about signing Chelsea-linked forward with £85m release clause
MORE: Sporting director responds to claims Chelsea have agreed transfer deal for £55m star