Manchester United agrees to deal with Atalanta striker Rasmus Højlund and, as a result, a new door opens for Arsenal to sign Ajax’s dynamic forward, Mohammed Kudus.

  • Manchester United’s agreement to pay £64m for Atalanta’s Rasmus Højlund might open the door for Arsenal to secure Ajax’s Mohammed Kudus.
  • Arsenal’s intensified interest in Kudus, coupled with Manchester United’s focus on Højlund, could lead to a key signing for the Gunners.
  • Mohammed Kudus’s impressive performances for Ajax have made him a sought-after player who could add significant value to Arsenal’s squad.
Ajax's Ghanaian midfielder Mohammed Kudus reacts after his goal was disallowed during the UEFA Europa League play-off 2nd-leg football match between FC Union Berlin and Ajax Amsterdam in Berlin, on February 23, 2023. (Photo by John MACDOUGALL / AFP) (Photo by JOHN MACDOUGALL/AFP via Getty Images)
Ajax’s Ghanaian midfielder Mohammed Kudus reacts after his goal was disallowed during the UEFA Europa League play-off 2nd-leg football match between FC Union Berlin and Ajax Amsterdam in Berlin, on February 23, 2023. (Photo by John MACDOUGALL / AFP) (Photo by JOHN MACDOUGALL/AFP via Getty Images)

In the exciting and often unpredictable world of football transfers, one move can create a chain reaction. With Manchester United agreeing to a deal with Atalanta’s Rasmus Højlund, an unexpected opportunity has arisen for Arsenal.

Amidst United’s deal with Højlund, Arsenal have been showing an intensified interest in Ajax’s Mohammed Kudus.

The Ghanaian striker’s standout performances have caught the eye of many, and it appears that the Gunners are keen to bring him to North London.

The fact that Manchester United, one of their main competitors for Kudus, are close to finalising a deal with the Højlund transfer might just tilt the balance in Arsenal’s favour.

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Denmark's forward Rasmus Hojlund (front) fights for the ball during Group H Euro 2024 Qualifying match between Slovenia and Denmark at the Stozice Stadium in Ljubljana, Slovenia on June 19, 2023. (Photo by JURE MAKOVEC/AFP via Getty Images)
Denmark’s forward Rasmus Hojlund (front) fights for the ball during Group H Euro 2024 Qualifying match between Slovenia and Denmark at the Stozice Stadium in Ljubljana, Slovenia on June 19, 2023. (Photo by JURE MAKOVEC/AFP via Getty Images)

With United’s resources tied up in that deal, Arsenal’s pursuit of Kudus might face fewer hurdles.

The Ghanaian international has been a consistent performer for Ajax and has been on Arsenal’s radar for some time but Manchester United’s recent interest looked like it could complicate things.

Kudus’s versatility, and goal-scoring ability make him a valuable asset for any team. As the Gunners look to build on their squad for the upcoming season, securing Kudus could be a key move.

With Manchester United’s interest in Kudus waning due to their focus on Højlund, and the fact they only viewed Kudus as a player they would move for if they couldn’t agree a deal for Højlund, the path seems clearer for Arsenal to secure the Ajax forward’s signature.

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