Man United transfer news: Red Devils suffer blow 'in pursuit' of highly-rated forward

The 19-year-old has scored four goals and registered five assists in 23 appearances for Juventus during the 2024-25 campaign, while he has eight goals and six assists in 55 matches in total for the Old Lady.

Manchester United are said to be huge admirers of Yildiz, with German journalist Florian Plettenberg claiming that the Red Devils are 'impressed by his development'.

However, the teenager has rejected suggestions that he could leave the Old Lady in the near future.

"I'm happy at Juventus! Next year? I see myself here to fight for more titles as a Juventus player," he told Tuttosport. "In five years? On the pitch, giving everything to win in this shirt. I am happy at Juventus."

Yildiz has no desire to leave Juventus

New Man United head coach Ruben Amorim is said to be keen to bring Yildiz to Man United, with the Portuguese allegedly believing that he could thrive in his 3-4-3 system.

Yildiz largely operates as a left-sided attacker, and the Red Devils could soon be in the market for a replacement for Marcus Rashford, who has suggested that he is planning to leave Old Trafford.

Rashford could depart on loan in January, which would leave Man United short in the final third, but it would be very difficult to convince Juventus to let Yildiz leave in the middle of the season.

The youngster has a contract in Turin until June 2029, only signing an extension in August, so it does appear that the 20-time English champions will be forced to look elsewhere when it comes to potentially boosting their squad.

Man United 'closing in' on first signing under Amorim

While the club's chances of signing Yildiz have taken a hit, it is understood that Man United are now in advanced discussions with Rosenborg over a deal for Sverre Nypan.

The 17-year-old scored eight goals and registered 10 assists in 33 appearances for Rosenborg during the recent season, and he is regarded to be one of the best young talents in world football.

Man United are thought to be close to agreeing a mid-season deal, with the youngster potentially becoming the first signing of the Amorim era at Old Trafford.

Nypan's release clause is £83m, but it is understood that Amorim's side are looking to do a deal in the region of £10m, which could rise to £20m with various add-ons.

The teenager, who largely operates as a central midfielder, has scored 13 goals and registered 11 assists in 60 games for his Norwegian club.

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Matt Law