Published 12:30 IST, April 21st 2020

Man United forced to redraw budget, unable to buy £150m player like Harry Kane: Report

Man United are in the process of redrawing the financial strategy due to coronavirus losses which could impact their pursuit of signing Harry Kane this summer.

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Premier League giants Manchester United are in process of redrawing ir transfer strategy amid financial crisis that has ensued due to coronavirus outbreak. Red Devils have reportedly come to terms with fact that y will t be able to buy a striker as expensive as Harry Kane at least in upcoming transfer window.

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Man United transfer strategy: Club to give up on Harry Kane transfer

Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane has been linked with a move to Man United ever since he cast doubts over his Tottenham future during an Instagram Live session. Amid Harry Kane transfer rumours, England captain is reported to be valued at £150 million ($186 million). However, Red Devils could find it difficult to meet striker’s hefty price tag due to revenue loss that club has accrued amid lockdown.

Man United transfer strategy: Harry Kane hints at Old Trafford move

Amid Harry Kane transfer reports,  England international recently opened up on his move away from Tottenham. While interacting with  fans on Instagram,  striker claimed that it might be time for him to leave club if ir silverware drought continues. His comments fueled transfer rumours amid his links with a move to Old Trafford.

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Man United transfer strategy: Berbatov speaks on Harry Kane's move

Former Spurs and Man United striker Dimitar Berbatov spoke on rumours linking Harry Kane to Man United recently. He claimed that he witnessed a number of similarities between his own situation of moving to Man United from Spurs as well as that of England striker, amid  Harry Kane transfer rumours.

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Man United transfer strategy: Ed Woodward admires Harry Kane

Recent reports indicate Man United executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward is a huge admirer of Harry Kane. Woodward has claimed, on several occasions, that his side were on verge of a squad overhaul this summer. However, coronavirus lockdown is likely to impact his plans for Man United despite club reportedly having vast cash reserves.

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12:30 IST, April 21st 2020