Randal Kolo Muani’s future is stillup in the air, butit’s clear he won’t be staying at PSG. Last season, he impressed on loan at Juventus, contributingto 10 goals in 19 appearances across all competitions.
With the transfer window open and no agreementyet between Juventus and PSG, the situation remains uncertain — and several Premier League clubs are watching closely.
According toCorriere dello Sport, Juventus has offered a €10 million loan deal that includes a mandatory purchase clause if they qualify for the Champions League.
PSG, however, want a guaranteed fee between €40 million and €45 million. Chelsea, Newcastle, and especially Manchester United are all keeping a close eye on the French forward as a potential summer target.
Newcastle add striker to target list along with PSG outcast
Randal Kolo Muani
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Newcastle are reportedly considering a move to sign Samu Aghehowa from FC Porto, according toThe Athletic. Nonetheless, it seems the Magpies are looking at their list of alternative targets to bolster their attack before the summer window closes.
On Friday,Sky Sport Germany’s Florian Plettenberg reported that Newcastle Unitedhave started negotiations for Kolo Muani, whohas become a top target after their pursuit of Benjamin Sesko fell through. While exploring other targets, the club sees Kolo Muani as a concrete option.
TEAMtalk recently reported that Tottenham Hotspurare checking if Kolo Muani is interested inmaking the move to the Premier League.
PSGare reportedly asking for at least €55 million (£48 million / $64 million) for the forward, with around half of that expected upfront.
Juventus, on the other hand,aren’t willing to meet those demands andwant to start with an offer closer to €15 million (£13 million / $17 million), which has slowed things down and caused some frustration at PSG.
TEAMtalk also says the Ligue 1 champions are now open to talks with other clubs, and Spurs havebeen kept informed throughout.