Rasmus Hojlund would relish the challenge if Manchester United brought in another striker this summer, saying he is “more than ready”.
Hojlund has struggled to live up to expectations following his £64million move from Atalanta in July 2023, netting just 26 goals in 95 games in all competitions.
And with United limping to a 15th-placed finish in the Premier League last season, the focus has been on trying to sharpen up the attacking options for boss Ruben Amorim.
Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha have arrived while there has been speculation in recent days that United have opened talks with RB Leipzig for striker Benjamin Sesko. Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins has also been mentioned as a potential target.
Hojlund stars and scores in win over Bournemouth
Hojlund played like a man with a point to prove in last night’s 4-1 win over Bournemouth, netting the opening goal with a neat header and continuing what has been an encouraging pre-season for both him and the team with an energetic display.
Afterwards, he sought out the media pack at Soldier Field in Chicago to outline his determination to make a success of his time at United.
He told BBC Sport: “My plan is very clear. That is for me to stay and fight for my spot, whatever happens.
“Competition is fine with me. It sharpens me. I’m more than ready. I’m feeling sharp so I welcome everything that comes.”
Hojlund arrived at Old Trafford two years ago with a blossoming reputation as one of the best young forwards in Europe and was thrust into the team immediately.
In hindsight, the Denmark international believes he could have done with more time to adjust to life in England.
“When I came, [Anthony] Martial was there as well but he had a lot of injuries, so I obviously had to take a lot of the game time,” he added.
“You’re not going to tell me I shouldn’t be playing because I want to play every game. But obviously I could have done with some help in terms of sharing the games a bit, especially in the beginning.”
I’m still very young – Hojlund
Hojlund was also eager to point out he was still a young man learning his craft and remained confident better times were on the horizon.
“I’m still very young,” he said. “People forget that sometimes.
“I’m only 22. Not every striker scores 100 goals by that age.
“But I’ve learned a lot, I think you can see it in my game. I’m starting to develop and become even better in the basics.
“Last season was tough on us all. I should have done better, everybody knows.
“But it’s also a team thing. We’re going to be better now. We are progressing in the right way and looking forward to what’s coming.”
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2025-07-31 14:12:09
