Manchester United have started talks to sign young Dutch RB Leipzig striker, Brian Brobbey. According to German news outlet BILD, the Red Devils are interested in hijacking Ajax’s move for the 20-year-old.

With the future of Cristiano Ronaldo in doubt, Manchester United will be on the hunt for an adequate replacement for the Portuguese star

The youngster was on loan at Ajax last season and helped them win the Eredivisie. The striker was initially signed from Ajax by RB Leipzig in 2021 but failed to reach expected heights at the German club.

Erik ten Hag re-signed Brobbey on loan, helping the striker re-discover some of his best form, scoring seven goals in eleven games.

The young Dutchman might not be ready to lead the line at his age, but Brobbey has a bright future ahead of him and would be a smart move if they also bring in a more experienced number nine.

The report claims a fee of just €15m would be enough to secure the signature of Brobbey, so would allow for Manchester United to spend big elsewhere.

Recently in an interview, after scoring a late winner against NEC Nijmegen for Ajax, Brobbey once joked about joining Ten Hag at Manchester United.

The 20 year old said in the interview, “I am very happy for him, and he really deserves it after everything he has done for Ajax.” If only he brings me with him in two years…. no, no.. joking, joking!”

Also, In 2021 in an interview as a rising star in the Dutch league with Ajax, Brobbey claimed that it was his dream to play for Manchester United.

It would appear that the striker’s wish may yet come true if the report by BILD is anything to go by and that Manchester United have indeed turned their attention to him.

Any potential move is likely to currently be in the early stages, but with United kicking off their pre-season tour tomorrow, a deal could be done quickly to ensure the striker joins up with the rest of the squad.