Wout Weghorst: Manchester United speak to Burnley about signing forward on loan | Transfer Centre News

Manchester United have spoken to Burnley about signing striker Wout Weghorst on loan.

United are waiting to find out if Burnley can come to an agreement with Besiktas to cut short his loan – and if the figures work. It is thought the player wants to make the move to Old Trafford.

Besiktas sporting director Ceyhun Kazanci says any deal will only happen if the club is compensated, otherwise, Weghorst will see out his season-long loan.

It is no secret United want to sign a No 9 and Weghorst would represent an option they have not got in the squad – a physical presence as well as a strong scoring record at club and international level.

He has nine goals in 18 games for Besiktas this season. His latest goal came in Saturday’s 2-1 win over Kasimpasa. After he scored, Weghorst appeared to say goodbye to the fans.

United were in the market for a player of Weghorst’s profile in the summer and were interested in Sasa Kalajdzic and Benjamin Sesko.

A loan move is thought to be United’s focus before revisiting the position in the summer when there will be more options available.

United must register Weghorst by 12pm on Friday for him to be available for the Manchester derby on Saturday.

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