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| Moise Kean had a brilliant last season with Fiorentina (Picture: Getty Images) |
Manchester United target Moise Kean has suggested his immediate future lies with Fiorentina, with Tuesday a pivotal day in his career.
The Italy international was in fine form for Fiorentina last season , scoring 19 Serie A goals and 25 in all competitions.
He joined La Viola last year after a poor run at Juventus, but his career has returned to an upward trajectory in Florence, with only Atalanta’s Mateo Retegui (25) out-scoring him in Serie A.
Unsurprisingly the 25-year-old’s form has attracted attention, with Manchester United thought to be interested in signing Kean this summer.
Interest is particularly high as a release clause in the striker’s contract with Fiorentina means he is available for a fee of €52million (£44.5m) between July 1-15.
It is hardly pocket change, but could prove to be great value in today’s transfer market.
Kean has spoken out on his future ahead of that release clause expiring on Tuesday and it sounds like he is very happy at Fiorentina and not looking to leave.
Speaking at an event to unveil manager Stefano Pioli on his return to the club, Kean said: ‘I’m very motivated to move forward. Fiorentina has given me so much and has always supported me.
‘Now it’s important to return with renewed motivation and give my best for Fiorentina.’
That is not to say that clubs will not attempt a late move for the Italian before his release clause deadline, but the player does not appear to be pushing for a move.
A return to the Premier League now looks unlikely this summer, with Kean having a forgettable spell at Everton from 2019-21.
Moise Kean in the Premier League
Kean signed for Everton from Juventus in August 2019 for an initial £25.1m, before returning to the Turin club two years later.
His stint in England was underwhelming to say the least.
Apps: 32
Goals: 2
Assists: 2
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| Moise Kean during his Everton stint in 2020 (Picture: Getty Images) |
Manchester United continue to look for a new striker, with their pursuit of Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo continuing but dragging somewhat.
Two bids have been rejected by the Bees and a third is expected, but the player is reportedly frustrated with how long the process is taking.
The Cameroon international remains keen on the switch to Old Trafford and he is the Red Devils’ number one target, but negotiations have been slow.
- Phil Haigh
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