Manchester United are reportedly ready to submit a proposal to sign 19-year-old Italian striker wonderkid Francesco Pio Esposito in the summer transfer window.
According to a report by Italian outlet Inter News 08, Francesco Pio Esposito is the subject of interest from Manchester United. The Red Devils are keen on signing a striker in one of the two transfer windows this year. So, the Italian striker wonderkid has emerged as a target for the Premier League club, with Inter Milan valuing him at around €30 million.
Who is Francesco Pio Esposito?
Francesco Pio Esposito is one of several prodigies to rise in prominence in the current generation of highly-rated prospects in his homeland. A native of Castellammare di Stabia, he has spent his formative years thus far in Italy, rising through the ranks at Inter Milan before making his mark in senior football during his loan spell with Spezia Calcio.
The 19-year-old has been excellent in his second season on loan at Spezia Calcio, amassing nine goals and one assist in 19 Serie B appearances this term. Meanwhile, Esposito’s progress has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several high-profile clubs across Europe.
A move to the Premier League might be on the cards, with Manchester United among his prospective suitors ahead of the summer transfer window. Meanwhile, Inter Milan will demand around €30 million to part ways with the Italian striker wonderkid this year.
Premier League move on the horizon?
Manchester United’s interest in Francesco Pio Esposito makes sense. The Red Devils are scouring the market for a striker amid uncertainties surrounding the long-term futures of Marcus Rashford and Joshua Zirkzee. So, several candidates, including Victor Osimhen, have emerged on Manchester United’s radar.
However, Esposito is also a viable target despite his different age profile as compared to Osimhen. Meanwhile, Manchester United are ready to intensify their efforts to sign the Inter Milan prodigy as they prepare to lodge an offer to sign the teenage sensation in the summer transfer window.
Inter Milan’s asking price of €30 million is understandable, considering Esposito’s age profile and potential. However, it is unclear if Manchester United will cough up €30 million to sign the Italian striker wonderkid in the summer transfer window.
