Manchester United consider triggering the release clause of Moise Kean
Moise Kean’s name is once again making the rounds at Old Trafford. The rumours have been circulating for months in Italy, and now they’re gaining traction in the UK as well. At 25, the Italian striker appears to have rediscovered his goalscoring touch after a difficult spell. His underwhelming stint at Everton still lingers in the minds of Premier League fans, casting a shadow over his reputation in England.
Since returning to Serie A, first with Juventus and more recently with Fiorentina, Kean’s journey has been anything but smooth. Last year, La Viola took a calculated risk by signing him for €18 million, inserting a €52 million release clause valid until 15 July. Now, with his form on the rise, Kean sees this summer as a critical opportunity to rewrite the narrative and prove he can meet the demands of top-level football.
The Red Devils can make a statement
According to Corriere dello Sport, via Sport Witness, Manchester United are seriously considering triggering Moise Kean’s €52 million release clause before it expires at midnight tonight. The club has held a long-standing interest in the striker, and while the fee may seem steep to some, Kean’s recent form paints a different picture. His tally of 25 goals in 44 appearances for Fiorentina is impressive, especially given that only one of those goals came from the penalty spot. That level of efficiency and consistency has reshaped the narrative around the Italian forward and could justify United’s late-window gamble.
The Italian media have been insisting upon Manchester United having interest in Moise Kean
The Italian newspaper states: ‘At this point, the situation is tightening. Kean never accepted Al-Qadsiah’s offer, nor did he comment on Al-Hilal’s interest, which had contacted his entourage in recent days. Manchester United’s prospect should not be underestimated, as the Red Devils could make a move for the 2000-born player during the final hours of his release clause.’
Meanwhile, both Al-Qadsiah and Al-Hilal have scouted Moise Kean in recent months, but the striker has consistently turned down offers from Saudi Arabia. Now, Manchester United are seriously weighing up a move for the Italian forward, a potential No. 9 who could slot well into Rúben Amorim’s tactical setup.
If United choose to trigger the release clause, there will be no turning back. It would be a bold move, one that carries risk, but also the promise of redemption.
Should United risk so much for Moise Kean?
The doubts surrounding Moise Kean are understandable. Spending €52 million on a player who failed to make an impact during his first Premier League stint carries undeniable risk. However, the Kean of today is a different proposition to the one who struggled at Everton. Now 25, he appears more mature, sharper in front of goal, and driven by a hunger to prove himself.
For Manchester United, the need is pressing. They are in desperate search of a dependable striker to either complement or challenge Rasmus Højlund. Kean’s pace and penalty-box presence could provide Rúben Amorim with greater tactical flexibility in attack. The challenge, of course, lies in United’s current circumstances, they are not in the Champions League and must sell players to balance the books.
If the club can offload fringe players and free up space in the wage bill, the gamble on Kean begins to make more sense. The fee isn’t cheap, but in a tightening market, value must often be found in risk. And if Amorim can refine Kean’s mentality and keep him focused, this could turn into a smart long-term investment. After all, in football, you don’t win without taking chances.