Manchester United are showing their interest in Stade Rennais player Mohamed Kader Meite. The teenager is a target for Al-Hilal, and the Saudi Pro League side have had bids rejected already.
Manchester United's interest in Kader Meite
As per a report in The Guardian, Meite is considered as a striker with huge talent, and Manchester United are aiming to lure him to Old Trafford. They are ready to launch a move for the Frenchman, who has played 19 games for the Ligue1 side this season.
Al-Hilal made a €26 million bid for the teenager this week, but it was declined by Rennes. They are not interested in selling their teenager and are also in talks with the forward to extend his contract.
Meite has a deal with the club until 2028 and has been a crucial player this season. He has produced three goals and two assists, and the scouts have labelled him as a good player for the Red Devils.
Manchester United's failed signing of Benjamin Sesko
Manchester United signed Benjamin Sesko at the start of the season, while also getting in Chido Obi from Arsenal in 2024. They are not aiming to lure in another teenager, who could be competing for the first-team spot next season. if signed.
End of road for Rasmus Hojlund at Manchester United?
The move could also hint at the end of Rasmus Hojlund, who is currently having a loan spell at Napoli. Joshua Zirkzee's time at the club will also be questioned, and the Dutch man has also received interest from Italian teams this month.
Teddy Sheringham slams Manchester United for signing Benjamin Sesko
Former Manchester United striker Teddy Sheringham has raised questions on the club's decision to sign Benjamin Sesko in the summer. The £74 million signing has scored just five goals this season and the former player thinks that they should have signed a known striker instead.
"I’ve quite liked Benjamin Sesko recently. I thought he played very well at Leeds, linking play up. He scored a couple of goals recently. But he is a young lad, still learning his game. There is a big difference between a young lad enjoying his game for an average Premier League team and then going in at Man United and being expected to lead the line for a top club and challenging for honours. He’s still finding his game. I believe he will be a good player. It’s not what Man United need at the moment, someone learning, they need the finished article in there."
Manchester United have also been linked with Vitor Roque, who failed to create an impact at Barcelona.