Manchester United confirm permanent Rasmus Hojlund exit | OneFootball

Manchester United have released a statement confirming that Rasmus Hojlund has left the club on a permanent basis.

United statement

United’s statement partly reads, “Rasmus Hojlund has joined Napoli on a permanent transfer.”

“Everyone at the club would like to wish Rasmus all the very best for the future.”

Hojlund joined United in the summer of 2023 from Atalanta. The Red Devils forked out £72m to land him. However, he struggled to justify his massive price tag.

Tasked with leading the line for United during a tumultuous period for the club, Hojlund struggled under the weight of expectations, a struggle epitomised by the meagre four Premier League goals he managed in 2024/25. Against his wishes, United loaned him out to Napoli last summer.

He enjoyed a positive loan spell at Napoli, contributing 16 goals and six assists across all competitions. United inserted an obligation for Napoli to buy him permanently if they secured Champions League football.

Upon completion of this goal, Hojlund himself bid farewell to the Old Trafford faithful via social media.

Now, United have announced as much. It’s understood that United have received €50m from offloading the Denmark international.

Striker plans

With Hojlund gone and uncertainty also surrounding the future of Joshua Zirkzee, United may have little choice but to dip into the market for a new striker.

If Zirkzee also leaves, that would leave Benjamin Sesko as the only other senior and natural striker in Michael Carrick’s ranks. This simply cannot hold for a season that includes a Champions League return.

At the moment, United appear to be prioritising midfield reinforcements. On Tuesday, it was confirmed that a full agreement is in place for Ederson to join the club from Atalanta.

United are also looking at other midfielders including Mateus Fernandes, Elliot Anderson, Adam Wharton and Carlos Baleba. Even so, United must make sure they aren’t left short up front.

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