January 25th 2024.
Paul Parker recently expressed his sympathy for Rasmus Hojlund, the young star of Manchester United. He acknowledged that it must be tough for Hojlund to play alongside two of his teammates. Hojlund's move to Old Trafford for a whopping £72m this summer was met with high expectations, but it took him 1026 minutes to score his first Premier League goal. However, he finally broke his dry spell on Boxing Day in a 3-2 win over Aston Villa and followed it up with a goal and assist in his next match against Tottenham.
Despite these recent improvements, Parker still has concerns about the 20-year-old striker. He believes that Hojlund is struggling because of the quality of players around him. In an interview with Tipsbladet, the former United defender said, "Honestly, it must be tough for Rasmus Hojlund to play with those teammates. No striker wants to compete with the likes of Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho." He also mentioned that Roy Keane had criticized Hojlund for not showing enough desire to score goals, but Parker understands why it's challenging for him. "It's difficult to score when you never get the ball," he added.
Parker also pointed out one of Hojlund's weaknesses, which is his reluctance to make runs into the box. "I can see where Keane is coming from because Hojlund sometimes lacks that killer instinct. He needs to improve on that," he said. However, Parker also acknowledged that Manchester United fans are empathetic towards Hojlund's situation. "Why should he put in the effort when he won't get the ball anyway? On the other hand, he needs to be more selfish. He should demand to get the ball every time," he explained.
In conclusion, Parker believes that Hojlund has the potential to be a great player for Manchester United, but he needs to work on his confidence and assertiveness on the field. With the right guidance and support, he can overcome his weaknesses and become a key player for the team. As for now, all eyes will be on Hojlund as he continues to adapt to life at Old Trafford and prove himself as a valuable asset to the team.
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