Manchester United: Lozano transfer depends on Sancho deal
Manchester United have made Hirving Lozano a summer transfer target as the winger's long-term future at Napoli remains uncertain. The Mexico international arrived in Naples last summer but has failed to make an impact in Serie A.
Napoli signed Lozano from PSV Eindhoven for £38.5million (€40m) last summer but he has struggled to perform consistently during his debut season at the Italian club.
The 24-year-old has scored three goals and has provided two assists in 28 appearances in all competitions.
However, according to Italian publication Corriere dello Sport, via ESPN Mexico, United are considering making a move for the right-footed left-winger.
It claims United are not only interested in what his abilities on the field could add to Ole Gunnar Solskajer's squad but are also attracted by the marketing opportunities his arrival at Old Trafford would bring.
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However, United and Everton will be hoping that Lozano will be able to rediscover the form he showed at PSV, where he scored 40 goals and provided 23 assists in just 79 appearances for the Dutch club.
United have had previous success utilising the marketability of player when they signed Mexican star Javier Hernandez.
The striker spent four seasons at the club during which time he scored 59 goals in 157 appearances in all competitions.
The report claims United were pleased with Hernandez's performances and the marketing opportunities that he brought to the club and as a result are now seeking to repeat this with Lozano.
Man Utd news: Hirving Lozano has scored three goals and has provided two assists in 28 games (Image: GETTY)
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As for Lozano staying with Napoli, he was sent a clear message by his manager in February shortly before football was suspended.
“Lozano has to work harder and improve to be ready," Gattuso said.
"Right now I am looking for different qualities that he doesn’t have.
"So at the moment I have no space for him in my team.”