Man Utd and AC Milan in talks over Rasmus Hojlund loan fee with Serie A side set to cover striker's wages

According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, the Rossoneri have entered negotiations with United to bring Hojlund to San Siro on loan for the 2025-26 season. The Red Devils are open to letting the Danish striker leave after just two years in England, where he has struggled for form. The arrivals of Matheus Cunha and potentially Benjamin Sesko have further reduced his chances of regular playing time. Milan are willing to cover his full salary of around €4 million per year but are seeking to limit the loan fee.

The 22-year-old joined United from Atalanta in 2023 for €70m (£60m/$77m) plus bonuses, arriving with high expectations after a breakout season in Serie A. However, inconsistent performances, injuries and tactical changes have hampered his progress. Milan see him as a strong fit for their attack and a lower-cost alternative to other targets like Dusan Vlahovic, whose signing would be more expensive and riskier financially.

Discussions are centred around the loan fee, with United initially asking for a higher sum than Milan are willing to pay. The Italian club want the figure to stay below €6m to avoid committing themselves to a compulsory purchase, which could bring the total cost closer to €35m (£30m/$38m), reports Gazzetta. While Hojlund is Milan’s top target, other options such as Nicolas Jackson and Goncalo Ramos are being monitored in case talks stall.

Hojlund scored 16 goals in all competitions for Atalanta in the 2022-23 season, his only full campaign in Serie A before making his big move to the Premier League.

Milan and United will continue negotiations in the coming days, aiming to strike a deal before potential competition emerges. Milan’s pre-season preparations are already underway, and they hope to have clarity on Hojlund’s arrival before the start of the Serie A season.