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Manchester United and Newcastle Eye Move for PSG Forward
Randal Kolo Muani: Europe's Most Wanted No.9 Juventus Spell Sparks Transfer Frenzy When a striker thrives in Turin, clubs take notice. Randal Kolo Muani's loan stint at Juventus was not just productive, it was transformative. Having previously been on the fringes of wider acclaim, the 26-year-old France international has turned heads across the continent. FootMercato reports that Manchester United and Newcastle United are circling the Paris Saint-Germain forward, with Juventus determined to make his stay permanent. 'Randal Kolo Muani is undoubtedly one of the most sought-after strikers of this summer transfer window,' states the original report, and that is no exaggeration. His eight goals in 19 appearances for Juve, including a dazzling burst of five in just three matches, came under two tactically distinct managers in Thiago Motta and Igor Tudor. That ability to adapt is not lost on the suitors. In a side not known for flamboyance, Kolo Muani brought vision, movement, and an almost intuitive feel for attacking rhythm. 'Decisive, mobile, and involved in the game like few strikers can be,' FootMercato adds. His touch, intelligence, and selflessness earned plaudits not just from the media, but from inside the dressing room. Juventus fans didn't just enjoy his contribution, they began to believe again. Photo IMAGO Manchester United and Newcastle in Pole Position Interest from Premier League powerhouses feels inevitable. According to FootMercato, 'Randal Kolo Muani is currently in the sights of Europe's biggest clubs, including two Premier League heavyweights: Manchester United and Newcastle.' United's pursuit intensified after Hugo Ekitike reportedly declined their approach, leaving Kolo Muani as their next marquee option to fill the number 9 shirt. At Newcastle, contingency planning is under way as rumours around Alexander Isak's potential move to Saudi Arabia persist. Kolo Muani's name has entered that discussion, with the report stating that 'the Magpies have made contacts around Kolo Muani, convinced that his well-rounded profile and international experience would make him a key part of the project.' Both clubs are right to be keen. Few strikers blend technical finesse with physical prowess quite like him. In an era when centre-forwards are often either rigid focal points or drifting creators, Kolo Muani operates with fluidity and conviction in both roles. Versatility Fuels Demand What separates Kolo Muani from the glut of available forwards this summer is the completeness of his game. 'Fast, technical, and intelligent in his movements,' says FootMercato, 'he is capable of making a team shine while remaining decisive in the penalty area.' That duality is rare and valuable. His composure in big games stood out during Juventus' late-season push, with FootMercato noting he 'finished the season with a total of eight goals in nineteen matches.' His off-ball work was just as crucial, linking play and occupying defenders with clever runs and persistent pressing. For PSG, his parent club, this is both a dilemma and an opportunity. The Ligue 1 champions may well seek to cash in on a forward who fits the 'modern nine' mould, especially as they reshape their attack post-Mbappé. Meanwhile, Juventus are 'doing everything to convince him that the Turin project is made for him.' Their desire is matched only by the growing clamour around Europe. All Eyes on His Next Move As the article rightly observes, 'every move around him is closely scrutinised.' Randal Kolo Muani has become the thinking man's striker, a blend of muscle and mind, purpose and patience. The kind of player who fits seamlessly into elite systems without losing his individuality. From Nantes to PSG and now Juventus, his trajectory has been steadily upward. This summer, the next step could define his legacy. One thing is clear. Europe's major clubs don't just want a goal scorer. They want a player who elevates those around him. Randal Kolo Muani ticks every box. Our View – EPL Index Analysis Randal Kolo Muani to Old Trafford? Yes please. This is exactly the type of signing we've needed since prime Cavani. Strong, intelligent, and unselfish, he's the kind of player who could elevate Rasmus Højlund and take pressure off Bruno Fernandes. After missing out on Ekitike, this is a chance to bring in someone with proven Serie A quality and Champions League experience. Let's not underestimate how hard it is to come into a Juventus side mid-season, under two different managers, and still score eight in 19. Five in three near the end? That's clutch. Imagine him with Antony and Garnacho supplying him. It feels like Kolo Muani fits the Ten Hag system perfectly, offering mobility, strength, and teamwork. He's not flashy for the sake of it, but effective and reliable. We need someone who performs in big matches. FootMercato says, 'His impact in big matches, his consistency, and his sense of teamwork have been praised,' and that's what wins titles. Just hope we don't get priced out or beaten to him by Newcastle or Juve. This is one we need to be bold about.
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Livingston set to sign DR Congo striker Bokila
Livingston are set to announce the signing of Jeremy Bokila after securing a work permit for the David Martindale attended a work permit hearing on Thursday in a bid to sign the 36-year-old DR Congo international from Willem II, who were relegated from the Dutch top flight last positive news comes as the West Lothian side secured a 2-0 Premier Sports Cup win over Brora Rangers, and Martindale is focused on getting further options for his squad."We got the work permit for a number nine to give us options up top," Martindale said in a club video."Going into the Premiership, you need offensive options, that's where games are won and lost."We are looking at bringing a left-back in, we are looking at bringing an eight in, and we have a nine in the building. It will be announced soon."
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3 hours ago
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MacIver not for sale, says Falkirk boss
Falkirk boss John McGlynn insists Ross MacIver is not for sale, with interest in the striker from Scottish rivals and English clubs. (Daily Record), external
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20 hours ago
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Manchester United and Newcastle enquire about Randal Kolo Muani
Manchester United and Newcastle United have enquired about PSG and France international centre-forward Randal Kolo Muani (26), according to a report from Foot Mercato. The former Nantes and Eintracht Frankfurt striker is a man in demand after a convincing loan move to Juventus FC in the second half of the previous campaign. Kolo Muani scored eight goals in 19 games for I Bianconeri. Juventus would be keen for Kolo Muani to remain at the Allianz Stadium. But the Serie A side is yet to agree on another loan deal for PSG. Besides, the Champions League winners would reportedly like to part ways on a permanent basis with the striker they paid €90m for two years ago. With the situation stalling, interest from abroad has emerged for Kolo Muani. Foot Mercato understands that Newcastle United and Manchester United have Kolo Muani in their sights. The Red Devils want to bolster Ruben Amorim's options up front after landing Matheus Cunha and the expected €81m signing of Bryan Mbeumo. Hugo Ekitike's refusal to join Manchester United also explains the Red Devils' interest in Kolo Muani. As for Newcastle United, the Magpies are anticipating a possible departure for scoring sensation Alexander Isak amid interest from Saudi Arabia and Liverpool. Newcastle United have also made contact with Kolo Muani as they are convinced that his versatility and international experience would make him a key part of the project. GFFN | Bastien Cheval
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21 hours ago
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Hertha consider taking Hoffenheim's Mërgim Berisha on loan
Sport Bild reports that Hertha BSC are interested in taking Hoffenheim striker Mërgim Berisha on loan. The 27-year-old recently returned from a loan stint with Augsburg, during which he logged just 38 minutes in two substitute appearances during the entire second half of the 2024/25 Bundesliga campaign. The former German international desperately needs a fresh start. Berisha once thrived at Augsburg. Whilst working in the Fuggerstadt during the 2022/23 season, Berisha scored nine goals and contributed four assists in 23 league appearances. The campaign enabled him to raise his estimated market value from €4.5m to €12m and earn two German national team caps under Hansi Flick. Augsburg purchased him permanently from Fenerbahçe Istanbul that summer. Unfortunately, nothing has gone right for Berisha since Augsburg then immediately sold him to Hoffenheim for a €14m sum ahead of the 2023/24 season. Berisha struggled to establish himself under then TSG head-coach Pellegrino Matarazzo before an ACL tear (and later a thigh injury) left him out of the loop in Kraichgau. Berisha has barely featured at all for Hoffenheim over the last two seasons, scoring just one goal in only 21 Bundesliga appearances. His estimated market value has plummeted from €14m to €3.5m and he counts as one of the many players Hoffenheim are actively attempting to get off their oversized squad. Hertha themselves rejected a chance to re-acquire their former striker Haris Tabakovic from Hoffenheim this summer due to financial constraints associated with Tabakovic's salary. Such concerns could also render a Berisha loan to the 2. Bundesliga outfit problematic. The two sides would naturally have to come to some sort arrangement in which Berisha's salary is shared. It is rumored that Hoffenheim and Borussia Mönchengladbach arrived at such a deal when organizing's Tabakovic's recently confirmed loan. GGFN |
