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Ruben Amorim vs. Arne Slot: Man United, Liverpool 'set to battle' for France international

Man United vs. Liverpool: Bitter rivals 'set to battle' for Frenchman in January
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Manchester United, Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur are all reportedly interested in signing Paris Saint-Germain attacker Randal Kolo Muani.

Manchester United, Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur are all reportedly interested in signing Paris Saint-Germain attacker Randal Kolo Muani during the January transfer window.

The France international has found it difficult to make his mark for PSG during the 2024-25 campaign, only managing two goals and one assist in 14 appearances in all competitions.

Kolo Muani is widely expected to be on the move during the winter market, with the 26-year-old potentially departing on loan, although PSG are thought to be keen for an obligation to buy to be included in any deal.

Man United continue to be linked with the striker, with the Red Devils thought to have a long-term interest in him.

However, according to German journalist Florian Plettenberg, Liverpool have 'gathered information', while Tottenham 'are interested', with the Premier League trio potentially battling for his signature during the winter window.

Randal Kolo Muani of France celebrates after his nation beat Italy, on November 17, 2024© Imago

Man United, Liverpool, Spurs 'all interested in Kolo Muani'

Plettenberg claims that there is 'a strong chance' that the striker will make the move to the Premier League, although there is also interest from the Bundesliga in the shape of RB Leipzig.

Kolo Muani scored 26 goals and registered 17 assists in 50 appearances for Eintracht Frankfurt ahead of a switch to PSG, but he has largely struggled to make his mark for the capital giants.

The forward has managed just 11 goals and seven assists in 54 appearances for Luis Enrique's side, but he has plenty of credit in the bank considering his form for Frankfurt.

Liverpool are said to be considering making a forward signing in January to boost their Premier League title hopes, with the Reds the overwhelming favourites to finish at the summit this term.

Tottenham and Man United, meanwhile, are both short in the final third of the field, with the pair continuing to struggle domestically, although they remain the joint-favourites to win this season's Europa League.

Paris Saint-Germain striker Randal Kolo Muani on August 16, 2024© Imago

Which club are most likely to sign Kolo Muani?

According to Plettenberg, 'nothing further' has happened after Liverpool 'gathered information', while Man United will find it difficult to sign him in January due to financial issues.

As a result, Tottenham could be in the strongest position in terms of the Premier League interest, with Spurs desperately needing to bolster the options available to head coach Ange Postecoglou.

Man United also need some fresh input, though, and if exits for both Marcus Rashford and Joshua Zirkzee occur in January, then at least one attacker will be required, and Kolo Muani could be the perfect signing for the Red Devils considering his skillset, with the Frenchman potentially being a standout player in the Premier League.

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