Manchester United have opened initial talks with the agents of Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike as the club intensifies its search for attacking reinforcements ahead of the 2025/26 season, according to reliable sources.
The Red Devils' new manager, Ruben Amorim, is reportedly keen to bolster his attacking options following a disappointing goal tally last season. United scored just 44 goals in the Premier League – a figure surpassed by all but the three relegated clubs and Everton.
Competition for Ekitike's Signature
Ekitike, 22, has attracted significant attention after netting 15 goals in the Bundesliga last season for Eintracht Frankfurt. The young French striker is not only on United's radar but is also being monitored by Premier League rivals Arsenal, Liverpool, and Chelsea.
This move comes after United faced setbacks in their pursuit of other attacking targets. The club missed out on signing Liam Delap, who opted to join Chelsea from Ipswich Town, while Sporting CP's Viktor Gyökeres reportedly prefers a move to Arsenal.
Alternative Options
Despite initiating talks with Ekitike's representatives, Manchester United are keeping their options open. The club remains in the race to sign Brentford's Bryan Mbeumo as Amorim looks to address the team's goal-scoring deficiencies.
The manager's determination to add more firepower to his squad underscores the urgency at Old Trafford to improve on last season's performance, where their goal tally was among the lowest in the league.
As the summer transfer window progresses, United fans will be watching closely to see if the club can secure the services of Ekitike or another top striker to address their offensive challenges.
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