Rasmus Hojlund is inching closer to Manchester United from Atalanta, with an agreement already reached between the Red Devils and the Serie A side. The formal announcement from both clubs is all that remains.
According to sports journalist Fabrizio Romano, the Danish forward has committed to a five-year contract with an option for an additional 12 months, making Manchester United his preferred destination to other suitors like PSG.
Reports indicate that the 20-year-old is set to earn a staggering $460,000 per week at United, translating to an impressive $5.5 million annually. As per BBC, the transfer package negotiated with Atalanta amounts to a substantial $82 million, with an added $10 million in potential add-ons.
🗣️ “We have to finish something, then after you can ask the question…”
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag refuses to comment on incoming signing Rasmus Højlund 🤐🔴 pic.twitter.com/hVFEfNR4i6
— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) July 30, 2023
While the details of the contract are unfolding, there is currently no reliable information regarding a release clause in Hojlund’s new deal with United.
Since joining Atalanta in 2022, Hojlund has made a notable impact, netting 10 goals and providing four assists in 34 appearances. His impressive performance, including nine goals in 20 Serie A starts, caught the attention of Manchester United, who were keen to bolster their squad with a formidable striker.
Last season, Manchester United struggled to find the back of the net, scoring fewer goals (58) than seven Premier League clubs, exposing a pressing need for attacking prowess beyond Marcus Rashford‘s consistent contributions.
With Hojlund’s arrival, there’s no doubt that competition for a starting place will intensify, potentially affecting Anthony Martial, who managed six goals from 21 league games last season.
As we await the official announcements, all eyes are on the unfolding developments surrounding this exciting transfer, set to shape Manchester United’s attacking force for the upcoming season.
Rasmus Hojlund’s Man United contract vs. Erling Haaland’s Man City contract
The signing of the young Danish striker, Rasmus Hojlund, has drawn attention and comparisons to another Scandinavian sensation in the Premier League – Erling Haaland.
Even before making his debut, the inevitable comparisons between Hojlund and Haaland have begun, starting with their respective contracts at Manchester clubs.
We might get this striker rivalry in Manchester next season 😤😤 pic.twitter.com/licCGy4o3I
— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) July 29, 2023
Hojlund’s salary at Manchester United is set to be around $5.5 million per season, while according to Daily Mail, Haaland commands an astonishing $45 million per season at Manchester City.
This vast difference in wages can be attributed to Haaland’s incredible performances in the Bundesliga with Borussia Dortmund, where he netted an astounding 86 goals and provided 23 assists in just 89 matches.
The fact that Hojlund’s transfer fee is £20.8m more than Haaland’s, is really not going to help the Dane.
— Dougie Critchley (@DougieCritchley) July 30, 2023
Last season, Haaland continued his goal-scoring prowess, registering 36 goals in 35 appearances for Manchester City in the league, averaging a goal every 77 minutes. On the other hand, Hojlund’s Serie A stint saw him find the net every 204 minutes, still showcasing promising potential.
It’s important to note that Haaland, at 23 years old, has already achieved record-breaking success, plays for the European champions, and has three more years of experience in his career compared to the 20-year-old Hojlund, who has only completed two full seasons as a professional. In Haaland’s second season, he managed a respectable 12 goals in 25 appearances for Molde.
As the young Dane embarks on his journey with Manchester United, the comparisons to Haaland will undoubtedly continue, but it’s worth remembering that Rasmus Hojlund is at the early stages of his career, and his growth and development hold immense promise for the Red Devils’ future.