August 01, (THEWILL) – Young Danish striker, Rasmus Hojlund, is poised to travel to Manchester on Tuesday, for a medical, a significant step towards completing his proposed transfer to Manchester United.
The club has reached an agreement with Atalanta, with the deal valued at €75 million, plus €10 million in potential add-ons. Personal terms on a five-year contract, with an option for an additional 12 months, have been agreed upon. Hojlund, who joined Atalanta from Austrian side Sturm Graz last summer, made an impact in Serie A with eight goals and two assists in 31 games.
During Euro 2024 qualifying matches in March, Hojlund drew attention to his potential as he scored an impressive five goals, including a hat-trick against Finland. Pending the completion of the transfer, the 20-year-old striker is set to become Manchester United’s third signing this summer, joining Mason Mount and Andre Onana. Despite his youth, his performance on the field already leaves a positive impression, which will be tested in the English Premier League.
As Manchester United prepares to face French club Lens at Old Trafford on Saturday, Hojlund’s imminent transfer adds a sense of anticipation to the team’s proceedings. While manager Erik ten Hag initially sought an experienced striker with minimal risk, the potential and promise that Hojlund brings suggest that he could become a key asset for the club in the years to come.
Fans at Old Trafford have seen pining for a clinical striker and young talent’s arrival at Old Trafford looks to be Ten Hag’s answer. His evolution and impact with the Red Devils will be fascinating to watch as the Dane embarks on this new chapter with United.
Jude Obafemi is a versatile senior Correspondent at THEWILL Newspapers, excelling in sourcing, researching, and delivering sports news stories for both print and digital publications.
