Manchester United are interested in signing Bayern Munich striker Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting on a free transfer next summer, according to reports.
The former Stoke City forward has been in sensational form recently for the Bundesliga giants, scoring eight goals in his last nine games in all competitions.
Choupo-Moting, 33, is in the final year of his deal in Bavaria and he has caught the eye of the Red Devils.
According to Media Foot, there is very strong interest from Old Trafford, where the striker’s versatility and experience, combined with his contract situation, are appreciated.
With Cristiano Ronaldo looking ever-more likely to depart when his deal runs out at the end of 2022/23, Erik ten Hag’s side are looking for reinforcements up front.
However, Choupo-Moting’s recent form could earn him an offer for a contract extension at Bayern, as Fabrizio Romano reports that the Germans want to keep him and will discuss fresh terms in the next few months.
The 68-time Cameroon international spent one season in the Premier League with Stoke City in 2017/18, scoring five goals in 30 games for the Potters.
His CV also includes spells at Hamburg, Mainz, Schalke 04 and PSG, where he won two Ligue 1 titles and two domestic cups.
The 33-year-old has been with Bayern since 2020, winning back-to-back Bundesliga titles and the FIFA Club World Cup and scoring 26 goals in 71 appearances overall.
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