Rio Ferdinand explains why he 'feels sorry' for Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund
manchestereveningnews.co.ukFormer centre-back Rio Ferdinand has admitted that he "feels sorry" for Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund, suggesting that he does not have a leading star to lean on for support.
After United's hopes of signing England captain Harry Kane faded away, they switched their focus to Hojlund. The 20-year-old joined the club from Italian outfit Atalanta in August in a deal that could eventually be worth up to £72million.
United, with the exception of Marcus Rashford, were unable to call upon a reliable goalscorer last season, meaning they prioritised signing a new No.9.
However, Hojlund arrived at Old Trafford having scored just 10 goals in Atalanta colours last season, meaning he is yet to have proven himself as a seasoned goalscorer. READ MORE: United vs Galatasaray LIVE READ MORE: How Benni McCarthy has helped Jonny Evans at United Nevertheless, United have pinned their hopes on him being able to solve their goalscoring troubles.
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