Amorim wants him out: Club enter 'advanced talks' with Man United for £40m forward

Manchester United will need to speed up their clear-out of players who no longer fit into Ruben Amorim’s plans.

Antony, Jadon Sancho, Tyrell Malacia, Alejandro Garnacho and Rasmus Hojlund are all expected to depart before the window slams shut.

According to reliable journalist Ben Jacobs, Napoli are now in advanced talks with Man United over Rasmus Hojlund.

The Italian club are prepared to pay a loan fee, with a conditional obligation to buy for around £40 million.

Hojlund scored only four Premier League goals last season, raising doubts about whether he has the character to thrive at Old Trafford.

Hojlund could revive his career in Naples

The 22-year-old striker arrived at United from Atalanta in 2023 with huge expectations.

He has scored 26 times in nearly 100 appearances for the Red Devils.

His performances lacked firepower and confidence, leaving him looking short of the quality required to lead United’s front line.

At times, Hojlund seemed reluctant to pull the trigger, registering only 13 shots on target in 32 league appearances.

The Denmark international was repeatedly bullied by defenders, winning just 29.5% of his duels.

With his blistering pace and imposing frame, Hojlund has the ability to become a lethal centre-forward.

A new chapter at Napoli is exactly what he needs to rediscover his lost touch.

Romelu Lukaku is out for around three months due to a muscle injury and Hojlund will have the opportunity to stake his claim for the number nine position.

For United, this represents another failure to develop a young talent into a consistent performer at the highest level.

Their blushes may only be spared if Napoli’s conditional £40m obligation turns permanent.

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Article written by Sanidhya Bhardwaj .