Transfer market: Manchester United are ready to part ways with Hojlund

Transfer Market: Manchester United Ready to Part Ways with Højlund

By Mustapha Oseni | U19MM1036

Manchester United’s Danish striker, Rasmus Højlund, has endured a frustrating goal drought — netting just five goals last season. Despite scoring a brace in a recent preseason match against Bournemouth in Chicago, the club is already exploring other attacking options.

Højlund in frustration during last season’s clash against Newcastle – Source: 90min

Manchester United has already spent over £130 million to secure Matheus Cunha from Wolves and Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford. Their interest now shifts to RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Šeško, a Slovenian striker whose clinical finishing has attracted attention from both United and Newcastle. However, reports indicate Šeško prefers a move to Old Trafford.

Chris Sutton (BBC pundit): “Have United been providing him with the chances and the opportunities? The answer to that is no. But also, has he ever been a prolific goalscorer? That would be the nagging doubt.”

While Højlund has time and youth on his side, his debut season didn’t live up to the £75 million price tag. Fans and pundits remain divided — some blaming him, others pointing to United’s lack of creativity up front.

Ruben Amorim (Manager): “As a team, we aren’t helping Rasmus. We don’t create a lot of chances. If we improve, Rasmus will improve.”

📊 Højlund’s xG vs Actual Goals (Premier League 2024/25)

United’s pursuit of Šeško is likely to define their summer transfer window. As fans await updates, questions linger: Will Højlund get another chance, or has the club already moved on?

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