In a recent critique, Jamie Redknapp, the renowned Sky Sports analyst, did not mince words while expressing his disappointment with Manchester United’s striker, Rasmus Hojlund. The Danish attacker’s performance in the 1-1 draw against Arsenal left much to be desired, with Redknapp emphasizing, “It’s just not good enough.”
Hojlund, who came off the bench during the second half of the match against Mikel Arteta’s team, failed to make a significant impact. His inability to convert a golden opportunity into a goal for the Red Devils was a significant factor in the criticism he faced. The striker, who’s been struggling on the field this season, has scored a mere two goals in 23 Premier League appearances, sparking serious debates about his role in the team.
Many fans are questioning whether Hojlund should continue to stay with the Red Devils or be sent out on loan. The young attacker’s career at Manchester United has been anything but smooth sailing since he joined from Atalanta in a high-profile transfer. Despite the high expectations, Hojlund has been unable to secure a regular spot in the team’s starting line-up, a fact that has not changed under the guidance of current manager Ruben Amorim, nor his predecessor, Erik ten Hag.
Redknapp’s critique of Hojlund on Sky Sports was both forthright and damning. As quoted in the Daily Mail, he commented, “‘He would have been sitting on the bench thinking please give me one of these kinds of chances. He doesn’t get his first touch right, takes it too wide. He’s had to open his body up with his left foot and bend it in. It’s just not good enough, it’s too slow. I just don’t understand why he thinks he’s got more time than that. Everything is happening so quickly.'”
Gary Neville, another football pundit, also expressed his views on Hojlund’s performance, pointing out his lack of awareness on the field and the commendable defending from Declan Rice.
The question that now looms large is whether Hojlund has a future at Manchester United. His inconsistency and apparent struggle to perform at high-pressure levels seem to suggest that the stage might be too big for him. With the summer transfer season approaching, Manchester United is reportedly on the lookout for a new striker, which could either diminish Hojlund’s playing time or mark the beginning of his exit from Old Trafford.
Rumors are rife that United is considering Viktor Gyokeres, Amorim’s former striker, as a potential new addition to the team. There’s also talk of a significant advancement in their pursuit of Bayern Munich’s Harry Kane. Amidst all this, the future of Rasmus Hojlund at Manchester United hangs in the balance.
