Transfer rumour: Man United target PSG’s Mbappe as Cristiano Ronaldo replacement

Man Utd plan shock swoop for Kylian Mbappe as Cristiano Ronaldo replacement

Manchester United are reportedly planning a massive bid for Paris Saint-Germain superstar Kylian Mbappe in order to find a replacement for Cristiano Ronaldo.

The 37-year-old Ronaldo has reportedly played his final match for the Red Devils after tearing down relationships with his explosive interview last week, according to The Mirror.

Mbappe, meanwhile, is regarded as possibly the most valuable player in all of football after scoring 169 goals in 193 games over the course of his previous five seasons with the French powerhouses.

The 23-year-old hasn’t shown any signs that he’d be interested in moving to United for the next phase of his career, despite the claim that they’re their top target.

United Plan Shock Bid for PSG’s Mbappe as Cristiano Ronaldo Replacement

According to The Mirror, if United is successful in getting Ronaldo’s contract off their books, they will be one of the only clubs in Europe able to meet the staggering contract demands of France’s top player.

It is a financial proposition that has led even powerhouses like Liverpool to declare him too expensive. He will undoubtedly demand a fee north of £150 million and a contract exceeding £500,000 per week.

Additionally, according to the report, United will delay their plans to make a striker investment until January, further hurting their chances of acquiring Mbappe as Paris Saint-Germain strives to win their first Champions League championship.

Victor Osimhen, a 23-year-old striker for Napoli, is also mentioned as a backup option because he is anticipated to be available for somewhere in the neighborhood of £60 million.