Bola.net – Manchester United again attracted attention in the 2025 summer transfer window. The club decided to release Rasmus Hojlund to Napoli on loan.
The decision was quite surprising to many parties, including their own players. Patrick Dorgu, a colleague of Hojlund’s country in the Danish national team, spoke up.
According to Dorgu, Hojlund actually still wants to survive at Old Trafford. However, manager Ruben Amorim chose a different step for United’s front line.
This story was revealed by Dorgu while carrying out international duties with Denmark. He said the decision was not an easily accepted thing for his best friend.
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A big surprise for Hojlund
Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund scrambled the ball with Bournemouth defender Marcos Senei in the Premier League Summer Series match, 31 July 2025. (C) AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh
Last season was difficult for Rasmus Hojlund at Manchester United. The 22 -year -old striker only scored four goals in the Premier League.
United himself appeared disappointing by finishing in 15th position in the standings. Amorim also chose to overhaul the squad by recruiting Benjamin Sesko worth £ 74 million.
“That’s the world of football. You never know when it’s time to go,” Patrick Dorgu said in an interview while defending the Danish national team.
“We already know Christian Will leave, but it might be more surprising when Rasmus must move, “Dorgu added.
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The journey to Napoli
Rasmus Hojlund duel with Unai Nunez in the Europa League semifinal second leg 2024/2025 between Manchester United vs Athletic Bilbao, Friday (9/5/2025) early morning hrs. (c) AP Photo/Dave Thompson
Hojlund had hoped to survive and prove himself. However, the loan agreement with the obligatory option was finally achieved towards the end of the transfer market.
He now joins Napoli and has the opportunity to be recruited permanently worth £ 38 million. The condition is that the Serie A club must get qualify for the Champions League next season.
“I talked a lot to him throughout the transfer process. I can feel in which direction everything goes,” Dorgu said.
“Hopefully we can still meet every time there is a national team calling,” continued Dorgu.
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Amorim did not enter the hojlund in the plan
Rasmus Hojlund’s expression after breaking into the Bournemouth (C) MUFC Official goalkeeper
Rasmus Hojlund was actually brought in United at a large price in 2023. At that time, he was bought from Atalanta with a tag of £ 72 million.
However, Ruben Amorim made sure the striker was not included in his plan this season. Hojlund is not even played in preseason or the first four Premier League matches.
Finally, he was released to Napoli with Scott Mctominay. The Italian club has an obligation to buy it for £ 38 million when qualifying for the Champions League.
