Manchester United have been keeping a close eye on Fiorentina striker Moise Kean, according to reports in Italy.
The 25-year-old scored 25 goals in all competitions last campaign and FirenzeViola.it claim that the Red Devils have sent scouts to see him in action in recent months.
Kean is said to be happy in Italy, having previously struggled during a spell in England with Everton, but he could be tempted by a switch to Old Trafford.
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FirenzeViola warn that Fiorentina will have to “watch out for United”, who could table a bid this summer.
However, the Serie A side are expected to hold out for a fee in excess of €50m (£42m) for Kean.
United will target a striker after landing Mbeumo
Director of Football Jason Wilcox and chief executive Omar Berrada are currently locked in negotiations with Brentford for Bryan Mbeumo.
A second bid is said to have been lodged after the opening proposal of £45m, plus £10m in add-ons, was rejected. If they do secure the signature of the Cameroon international, the Red Devils will then move on to recruiting a No.9.
Kean is not the only forward under consideration
Sporting Lisbon’s Viktor Gyokeres is said to be the No.9 that head coach Ruben Amorim would ideally like to be brought in. He has worked with the Swedish international before in Portugal but his €65m (£55m) asking price may be a problem.
Crystal Palace’s Jean-Philippe Mateta is classed as a cheaper alternative. The Frenchman has just a year left on his contract and possesses Premier League experience.
Kean would be a compromise between the two. He has played in England, and while he would be more expensive than Mateta, he would be cheaper than Gyokeres, as well as being two years younger.
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