New signing Rasmus Hojlund reveals that Erik ten Hag convinced him to make the move to
New signing Rasmus Hojlund reveals that Erik ten Hag convinced him to make the move to Manchester United
- Rasmus Hojlund says Erik ten Hag played a big part in his move to Old Trafford
- Hojlund has completed his switch to Manchester United from Atalanta for £72m
Rasmus Hojlund has revealed that the opportunity to work with Erik ten Hag was a big factor behind his move to Manchester United.
The Denmark striker has secured a £72million move from Atalanta and described ten Hag as ‘one of the best coaches in the world’.
Hojlund says that after talking to ten Hag he was convinced that joining United would be ‘perfect’ for his development and he is relishing the opportunity to work under the Dutchman.
Speaking to the club’s official website, Hojlund said : ‘Once I had spoken to the manager, I knew that this environment would be perfect for my development; I am relishing the opportunity to work with one of the best coaches in the world. Under his guidance and support I know that I am capable of achieving great things together with my new teammates at this special club.’
The 20-year-old was unveiled at Old Trafford on Saturday ahead of the pre-season friendly against Lens and says he is ready to make the step up and make an impact at United.
Rasmus Hojlund says Erik ten Hag helped to persuade him to join Manchester United
Hojlund expressed his excitement after he completed his move to Old Trafford
Hojlund added that it has been his dream since he was a small boy to walk out of the tunnel at Old Trafford.
He said: ’It is no secret that I have been a fan of this great club since I was a small boy, and I dreamed of walking out at Old Trafford as a Manchester United player. I am incredibly excited by this opportunity to turn that dream into a reality, and I am determined to repay the faith that the club has shown in me.
‘It is still early in my career, but I know that I am ready to make this step up and play with this group of world-class players.’
Hojlund has scored six goals in just six appearances for Denmark.
After starting his senior career at Copenhagen, he earned a move to Sturm Graz, for whom he scored 12 goals in 21 games.
Hojlund then found the net ten times in 34 appearances for Atalanta.
In addition to Hojlund, United have also signed Mason Mount and Andre Onana.
Hojlund says that he dreamed of walking out of the tunnel at Old Trafford for United
