Man United tipped to rival Liverpool for 16-goal Bundesliga striker as new price tag emerges

Man United tipped to rival Liverpool for 16-goal Bundesliga striker as new price tag emerges

Manchester United and Liverpool are reportedly interested and are considering bids for Hoffenheim striker Maximilian Beier before the transfer window closes.

The Premier League rivals squared off for the signing of Leny Yoro, a center-back, and appear prepared to do the same for Beier, who is regarded as one of the best young players in the Bundesliga.

The 21-year-old played in 33 Bundesliga games for Hoffenheim last year, tallying an incredible 16 goals and dishing out three assists.

Due to his outstanding play, Beier was selected for Germany’s Euro 2024 team, where he made one substitute appearance.

Man Utd and Liverpool are two of the teams “considering whether to make a move for Beier,” according to Italian publication TuttoJuve.

The report suggests that £34m would be enough to lure the centre-forward away from Hoffenheim and the German club believe there is a ‘good chance’ they will get that fee this summer.

Beier could prove to be a valuable signing for one of the two PL giants if his career continues on his current trajectory.

He clearly has an eye for goal, is pacy and is good in the air, so has all the attributes needed to succeed in England.

Man Utd, Liverpool ponder Beier swoop
Man Utd and Liverpool are both considering signing a new striker this summer but it isn’t either of the club’s top priorities.

The Red Devils have already brought in one talented young forward in Joshua Zirkzee and Liverpool have Darwin Nunez and Gakpo as options in the position.

Man United have parted ways with Anthony Martial this summer and reports have suggested that Erik ten Hag wants more competition for Rasmus Hojlund and Zirkzee.

Sources have informed TEAMtalk that Dan Ashworth is currently looking at more experienced forward options, but the opportunity to sign Beier could tempt Man Utd.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe is keen to make Old Trafford the best place to develop the hottest prospects in Europe and Beier certainly fits into that category.