The discussions about Rasmus Hojlund’s future at Manchester United continue
Manchester United had a disastrous previous season, finishing 15th in the Premier League, and then losing to Tottenham in the Europa League final. All these results made the season’s bitter picture clear. Ruben Amorim took over as manager in the middle of the season, but by then the team’s confidence and coordination had both broken down.
United will not play in any European tournament in the upcoming 2025/26 season, which is a big blow for the club. This summer, the club have shown initiative by signing big names like Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo, as well as adding young Diogo Leon.
The team were in dire need of a striker, and that’s why Benjamin Sesko was brought in with so much effort. Rasmus Hojlund flopped badly last season, even though he was bought by the club as a goal machine. Now the question is, how will United proceed in the Premier League this time?
Silence inside and commotion outside
The discussions about Rasmus Hojlund's future at Manchester United continue.
Rio Ferdinand will want Rasmus Hojlund to leave on loan
Meanwhile, preparations for the upcoming season are in full swing in the corridors of the club, but there is silence over the future of some players. There are some names whose role in Old Trafford now seems limited. The condition of a young forward like the Dane is such that his confidence seems to be wavering.
Despite getting a chance in big matches, the results were far from expectations. It will be difficult to make a place for such players in the team planning of the new season, and perhaps it would be better for them to find new paths for their careers.
Ferdinand’s advice and the mirror of truth
Former captain Rio Ferdinand has suggested to Rasmus Hojlund that he should leave Old Trafford this summer and gain experience outside. He said that a loan move would be right for the 22-year-old striker, and Italy could be a safe haven for him because he has played well there before. He believes that playing in a new environment will give him the right opportunity to prove himself by staying away from pressure. Manchester United have been keen to sort his future quickly.
“I think Rasmus Hojlund has to go on loan. I think if I was him, I’d definitely want to go out on loan, minimum – fresh start. Italy. He knows the place and did good out there. I think it would be a good move for him. What could happen when he comes back? Who knows?”
AC Milan are already looking to sign him on loan. Hojlund still has the pace, height and finishing skills, but he is not yet able to adapt to the demands of the Premier League. Playing in Serie A could give the Dane a chance to find his feet again, where smart positioning and tactical acumen matter more than speed. We did report that the Dane wants to move to AC Milan right now.
Our opinion: Now is not his time
We think Ferdinand is absolutely right. At Old Trafford, Hojlund will be nothing more than a rotation player at the moment. Sesko’s entry and Cunha’s arrival will reduce his chances even further. In such a situation, he should play a season in a league where he gets 90 minutes every week rather than sitting on the bench.
Serie A is the right place for him. There, Hojlund will get a chance to score goals and regain his confidence without too much media pressure. Playing in a team like Milan, he will get time to become the player United bought him for. If the Dane plays well there, he can even return and become a vital player for us, not just a backup striker. This is the best path for United and him at this moment, and Hojlund will have to agree!