September 10th 2024.
Manchester United's young star, Rasmus Hojlund, has unfortunately been unable to start the season due to an injury. However, former United player Peter Schmeichel has revealed a conversation he had with fellow legend Ruud van Nistelrooy about Hojlund, showing just how highly the new assistant manager rates the striker.
Hojlund, who joined the team from Atalanta last summer for a staggering £64million, was under immense pressure to perform well. It wasn't until Boxing Day that he scored his first goal for the Red Devils, a thrilling late winner against Aston Villa. Despite this slow start, Hojlund managed to score a total of 16 goals in all competitions last season, and he has his sights set on surpassing that number this year.
Unfortunately, Hojlund has been unable to play in the first three games of the Premier League season due to a hamstring injury sustained during a pre-season friendly against Arsenal in July. However, there is hope that he will be fit enough to at least make an appearance as a substitute in their upcoming game against Southampton.
Schmeichel, who has high hopes for Hojlund, has discovered that his feelings are shared by Van Nistelrooy, who returned to the club this summer as part of Erik ten Hag's coaching staff. According to Van Nistelrooy, Hojlund has "so much potential" and is a "fantastic talent". Schmeichel shared this sentiment, saying that the young striker has the ability to become a top-level player if given the right support and guidance.
However, it's not just Hojlund who needs to step up. Schmeichel believes that the team as a whole has not been playing to their full potential and that some adjustments need to be made in order for them to reach their goals.
Despite his young age, Hojlund has impressed Schmeichel with his maturity and attitude. He sees the 21-year-old as a wise, cheeky, and driven individual, all qualities that make for an excellent striker. If given the opportunity and support from his teammates, Schmeichel believes that Hojlund will have no problem scoring numerous goals for the team.
United's head coach, Ten Hag, has also commented on Hojlund's fitness and recovery process, stating that it will take some time before he is back to full match fitness. The team will have to be patient and allow Hojlund to build his fitness before he can be considered for selection again.
Despite the setback, United fans can look forward to seeing Hojlund back on the field soon and making a significant impact on the team. With such high praise and support from legends like Schmeichel and Van Nistelrooy, there's no doubt that Hojlund has the potential to become a key player for Manchester United. So let's wish him a speedy recovery and eagerly anticipate his return to the pitch.
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