Man United and Newcastle Join Race for PSG outcast Kolo Muani

The striker spent the latter half of last season on loan at Juventus from PSG, making a positive impression.

While Juventus are keen to bring him back, negotiations have stalled, opening the door for English clubs to potentially swoop in.

Following a dispute with then-manager Luis Enrique last winter, the French forward was relegated to PSG's reserves, sidelining him for the remainder of the 2024/2025 season and costing him a chance at Champions League glory.

He joined Juventus on loan in Serie A, returning to the Parc des Princes at season's end. However, his time in Paris appears to be drawing to a close, with neither player nor club keen on continuing the relationship.

According to Foot Mercato, via Sportal, the player's agents, who have been exploring options for the upcoming season, have been contacted by two prominent Premier League clubs: Manchester United and Newcastle.

The report indicates that both clubs had initially shown interest in Eintracht Frankfurt's former striker Hugo Ekitike, who has since moved to Liverpool for €95 million. This has led both English sides to shift their focus to Kolo Muani.

Despite already securing two attacking signings this summer (Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo), the Red Devils are still seeking a traditional number nine, and the Old Trafford hierarchy reportedly views the Frenchman as an ideal fit.

Meanwhile, the Magpies are looking for a replacement for Alexander Isak, whose future at St. James' Park is uncertain due to significant interest from other clubs.

Juventus also remain in contention for Kolo Muani's services for the 2025/2026 season. Gazetta dello Sport reports that the Turin club is preparing a loan offer of around €10 million to bring the French forward back to the Allianz Stadium. Depending on his performance, the Bianconeri would then pay PSG around €40 million for a permanent transfer in the summer of 2026.

Despite the tension between the player and the Parisian club, PSG are unwilling to let him go for a fee below his perceived value. This gives the English clubs a slight edge, as they are reportedly prepared to offer considerably more than Juventus.