AC Milan are doing all that they can to sign Manchester United flop Rasmus Hojlund
The 2024/25 season was nothing short of a bad dream for Manchester United. Finishing 15th in the Premier League, losing to Tottenham Hotspur in the Europa League final and then being eliminated from European football for the next season—all this happened in the same year. Ruben Amorim became manager in mid-season, but he had little time to change the situation.
This summer the club have started a new chapter by signing Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo and youngster Diogo Leon. The arrival of Benjamin Sesko was most important, as Rasmus Hojlund had a very disappointing last season. Now the club are trying to sell the Danish international this summer itself.
The team’s playing style will now be faster, compact and direct according to Amorim’s tactics. After Sesko’s arrival, Hojlund will get less playing time, and United also have Joshua Zirkzee in the ranks. That is why United want to decide on the 22-year-old’s future. The player is not willing to leave yet, but both the agent and the club are in favour of a transfer. Amorim will have several options in the forward position in the new season, and this change will directly affect Hojlund.
Talks with AC Milan are in full swing
AC Milan are doing all that they can to sign Manchester United flop Rasmus Hojlund.
AC Milan have a preliminary agreement with Manchester United to sign Rasmus Højlund on loan with an option to buy
According to a report by Calciomercato, a preliminary agreement has been reached between AC Milan and Manchester United. The deal will be on loan, which includes a loan fee of €6 million and an option to buy. Milan want an option of €30m, while United are demanding €40m. Negotiations are ongoing regarding this difference. On Monday, Gazzetta dello Sport, via Sport Witness, wrote that Milan’s sporting director Igli Tare has stayed in England to convince the Dane.
Hojlund’s biggest strength is his running and physicality. He is known for positioning in the box, but last season he constantly missed finishing. In Milan, the 22-year-old can benefit from a new environment and a different style. Right now he is inclined to stay due to pride as per the reports, but United are constantly putting pressure.
United must act sensibly
In our opinion, if Hojlund is allowed to stay, it will be a burden for both the club and the player. Hojlund’s role will be reduced after Sesko’s arrival, and sitting on the bench will reduce both his confidence and market value. A move to Milan will give him playing time, and United a chance to balance the squad and the wage bill.
As far as the price is concerned, the demand of €40m seems a bit high. A deal around €35m would be appropriate. This will provide cash flow to the club and also space for the next transfer. Hojlund’s transfer is an opportunity to learn from last season’s mistakes and improve the squad. This is the time when the club should rise above emotions and take a practical decision, and so should the Dane.