Manchester United may have discovered their next potential superstar in the form of Rasmus Hojlund, a player who appears to excel under pressure and remains composed, as stated by Red Devils manager Erik ten Hag. The Danish striker has been in exceptional form, finding the back of the net in each of his last six appearances for the club, including scoring twice in their recent triumph against Luton Town.
Hojlund’s impressive goal tally now stands at 13 across all competitions this season, a promising sign for the 20-time English champions. Despite a gradual adjustment period to the Premier League, the 21-year-old has now scored seven times in England’s top flight, displaying his capabilities as a formidable goal-scoring threat.
Ten Hag, who had been under pressure due to a series of disappointing results, has been reassured by Hojlund’s recent performances. Following the victory against Luton, he highlighted the striker’s mental fortitude and capacity to perform under stress, essential qualities for a striker at Manchester United.
The manager’s trust in Hojlund is evident in his statement, “He doesn’t get nervous or lose confidence when he’s not scoring. When you come into a new league, in a new team, at a big club you want to build that confidence quickly. It will help. Once you are in the run, you see it. You see it now he’s scoring, you just know he’s [going to put it] in. That’s the way he is now. He has a lot of confidence and I’m sure he will score even more.”
With Hojlund’s contributions, Manchester United are now within touching distance of the Champions League positions, sitting just five points behind fourth-placed Aston Villa. Their next challenge comes in the form of a match against Fulham at Old Trafford, a venue where the London team has struggled to secure a victory for almost two decades.
The emergence of Rasmus Hojlund on the footballing stage is certainly one to observe, and his ability to perform under pressure could make him a vital asset for Manchester United. As the striker continues to shine on the pitch, the Red Devils will be hopeful that his goal-scoring prowess can help propel them to a successful season.