Erik ten Hag believes Manchester United have signed a potential world-class striker in Rasmus Hojlund United announced the arrival of Hojlund, 20, for £64million rising to £72m from Atalanta this afternoon, exactly a week on from agreeing the deal with the Italian club.
Hojlund became United's principal centre forward target back in May and Ten Hag is understood to regard the Denmark international as such a unique frontman he does not compare him with any other recognised centre forward.
The United manager is also understood to have agreed with the club's stance that there were disadvantages to pursuing Harry Kane. Also read: United vs Lens team news and live updates United were discouraged from bidding for Kane, 30, due to the prospect of dealing with Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy and Kane's salary demands.
Hojlund was identified as a gettable target back in March and Ten Hag is convinced he will develop into an elite goalscorer partly through his character and dedication.
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