Man United have accepted they may have to sell Rasmus Hojlund for less than his book value as uncertainty around the striker’s future continues.
Amid the striker’s struggles in a side that performed well below-par last season, it was suggested that senior figures at Man United are starting to lose patience with Hojlund.
Rasmus Højlund is “in trouble”—not through injury, but in form, confidence, and standing within the team. Coaching impatience and poor performances have cast doubt on his future. While he’s publicly committed to United, a transfer to Serie A could be mutually beneficial if he doesn’t turn things around soon.
Here’s a deeper dive into Rasmus Højlund’s current situation, including potential next steps, transfer outlook, and how he compares to others in his role:
Current State at Manchester United
🟥 Issues:
•Confidence crisis: Højlund looks mentally rattled — visible hesitation, poor decisions in the box, and a heavy first touch.
•System mismatch: United’s lack of width, slow transitions, and lack of service leave him isolated up front.
•Coach frustration: Reports suggest staff believe he’s not progressing in his movement, timing, or physical duels.
🟩 Upsides:
•Only 22 years old — still a lot of growth potential.
•Physically gifted: fast, powerful, committed in pressing.
•In the right system (with wingers and through-balls), he could thrive.
Transfer Watch: Possible Exit Routes
🇮🇹 Inter Milan
•Interested in both Højlund and Zirkzee.
•Inter would give him a structured, counter-attacking setup — possibly better for his movement.
•Rumored offer: £35–40M, with possible bonuses.
🇮🇹 Napoli
•Potential replacement for Osimhen.
•Would suit a vertical system with two wide creators.
•Højlund’s agent has good ties with Serie A clubs.
🇩🇰 Stay & Fight
•Ruben Amorim (incoming manager) may still give him pre-season time to prove himself.
•If no new #9 arrives, he could remain first-choice.
What Could Help Højlund Turn Things Around?
•Tactical clarity – Amorim needs to build a more fluid attack around him or give him better service.
•Improved support – With wingers like Garnacho or potential signings (Olise, Doku?), he might get cleaner chances.
•Sports psychology – A confidence rebuild is vital. His body language and timing suggest mental fatigue.
Prediction:
If he fails to impress during pre-season, it’s likely:
•Loan or permanent sale to Serie A
•Manchester United targets a more complete striker (e.g. Gyökeres or Sesko)
•Højlund moves to a club where he’s not under extreme weekly scrutiny
