Manchester United are reportedly ready to let Rasmus Hojlund leave on loan as AC Milan circle.

Manchester United are prepared to let Rasmus Hojlund leave on loan this summer, with AC Milan emerging as the front-runners to secure the Danish striker’s signature.

Reputed Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio has confirmed that Manchester United are willing to sanction a temporary move with an option to buy, a significant shift in stance that has opened the door for serious negotiations.

AC Milan move into pole position

AC Milan have been scouring the market for a reliable centre-forward to spearhead their attack next season. The Rossoneri have identified Hojlund as one of their prime targets, viewing him as a player with both the physical profile and the potential to thrive in Serie A.

The Serie A giants are understood to be leading the race due to the structure of Manchester United’s proposal. The loan-with-option format is seen as an ideal low-risk, high-reward opportunity, allowing AC Milan to test Hojlund’s fit before committing to a permanent transfer.

That said, the deal is not yet complete. The final hurdle remains the player’s own decision. The Dane has yet to give the green light to leave Old Trafford, with discussions over his role at Manchester United still ongoing.

Why Manchester United are open to a loan deal

Hojlund arrived at Manchester United with high expectations after a promising spell at Atalanta, but his time in England has so far been a a mixed one. While flashes of his potential were evident, particularly in European competition, his adaptation to the Premier League has proved challenging.

Ruben Amorim is reshaping his forward line and may prefer to bring in a more experienced, clinical option this summer. That may be on the cards, with Manchester United reaching an agreement to sign Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig.

A loan move would allow Hojlund to play regular first-team football in a competitive league without United fully closing the door on his future at Old Trafford. From a financial perspective, the option-to-buy clause could help United recover a significant portion of their initial investment if Milan decide to make the deal permanent.

With the transfer window ticking on, all eyes now turn to the player himself. Should Hojlund agree to the move, AC Milan will be ready to finalise a deal that could reshape both clubs’ forward lines heading into the new season.