Overview

• Manchester United have told AC Milan they will only accept a permanent sale of Rasmus Højlund at around £40 million.
• AC Milan are proposing an initial loan with an option to buy to spread risk before committing to a full transfer fee.
• Højlund has indicated he is prepared to leave Old Trafford after sitting out Benjamin Sesko’s unveiling and missing pre-season appearances.
• Milan left sporting director Igli Tare in England to press for a swift agreement and have set a seven-day deadline to finalise terms.
• United view the potential sale as a way to meet Financial Fair Play requirements and free funds for further squad investment.