Manchester United set to launch opening bid for Rasmus Hojlund

The Red Devils are in desperate need of out-and-out striker

Rasmus Hojlund of Atalanta is apparently the subject of an initial approach from Manchester United, as reported by Fabrizio Romano.

After making an impression during his time in Serie A, the highly regarded young Danish international appears to be tremendously exciting potential, and it's possible that we'll very soon be watching him in English football.

By submitting an initial official bid for the 20-year-old Rasmus Hojlund, who might fetch up to €70 million, Manchester United appear to be gearing up to increase their interest in the player.

Additionally, the reporter adds that although Hojlund has previously fully agreed to all personal conditions with United, a contract with Atalanta is currently required.

The Italian team Atalanta was not interested in United's apparent attempt to offer them their pick of three players as part of this deal, according to Romano.

Mason Mount was acquired by Erik ten Hag from opponent Chelsea, and a deal for Andre Onana is about to be finalised, as Romano noted earlier today.

If United could also land Hojlund, their team would be in a far better position than it was the year before, when they were unable to mount a title defence and fell to rival Manchester City in the FA Cup final.

The addition of a centre forward will give Ten Hag's team a major boost heading into the new season. This comes in the wake of the announcement that Marcus Rashford has reached an agreement in principle on a five-year extension at Old Trafford.