'Desperate' United now want to sign 'world-class' £83m star to 'relaunch' project under Amorim - report

Manchester United are one of the clubs interested in signing Newcastle United star Alexander Isak this summer, according to Mundo Deportivo (page 2).

The Red Devils have misfired in front of goal this campaign. The club have netted only 33 times in the Premier League season after 27 matches.

Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee have failed to meet expectations. The duo have scored just five league goals in the English top-flight this term.

Manager Ruben Amorim may want another marquee striker in the squad.

Mundo Deportivo today claim that Barcelona are keen admirers of Isak, but they are set to face fierce competition from Premier League clubs for his services.

Liverpool, Arsenal and ‘desperate’ United are in the race. The Red Devils want to ‘relaunch’ their project and Isak is one of the top names on their radar.

Newcastle are set to demand over £83m for the former Real Sociedad man, who has scored 21 goals and provided five assists in all competitions this season.

United unlikely to sign Isak due to budget constraints

The Red Devils made a huge outlay on Hojlund two years ago. The Dane started with promise, but his performances have drastically dipped over the past year.

Zirkzee has not provided a solution either since his move from Bologna. United could recruit another quality striker, but they may not make big investment.

The hierarchy are expected to change their transfer policy ahead of the next transfer window. The focus could be on signing players in their early 20s.

United have been linked with Sporting CP star Viktor Gyokeres lately, but the club are unlikely to pursue a deal due to the huge price tag and his age.

With this in mind, Isak may not be a suitable target for INEOS and Sir Jim Ratcliffe this summer.

Even if there is an interest, United could face roadblocks in the race for the 25-year-old described as ‘world-class‘ by Newcastle manager Eddie Howe.

Champions League football could be a must to persuade the Swede. United will have to win the Europa League this term to qualify for the elite competition.

We believe the Magpies could demand a much higher figure than reported. They could easily hold out for £100m or probably more to part ways with Isak.

United have been close to breaching Profit and Sustainability Rules for sometime and are unlikely to afford the Swede, barring several high-profile exits.

The club are more likely to focus on an emerging striker with Premier League pedigree. Ipswich Town’s Liam Delap appears a viable target for the summer.

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Article written by Sri Aswin .