Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag 'wants second forward' as well as Rasmus Hojlund transfer

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag wants the club to sign two forwards this summer amid his interest in Rasmus Hojlund, according to reports. The Red Devils have already made Mason Mount their first signing of the transfer window. And more reinforcements are expected to follow as the club look to win a first Premier League title since 2013 next season.

Manchester United know they need a new No 9 this summer, with Cristiano Ronaldo and Wout Weghorst gone and Anthony Martial infuriatingly inconsistent.

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However, Ten Hag also wants a forward who can play across a front three.

Whether United are able to add two fresh attackers to their frontline this summer remains to be seen.

Any deal for the former Manchester City academy graduate will reportedly demand on new owners at the club, however.

“Whoever they buy has to fit into the squad, age-wise they have to be the right age to get some value on them when they leave the football club.