Manchester United have unveiled new striker Rasmus Hojlund, but fans won’t be able to watch him for a while.
The Atalanta star has signed for the Red Devils for £72million, with the club bringing him on to the pitch before the pre-season friendly against Lens.
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But amidst all the fanfare surrounding his arrival, the wait to see him play is expected to go on.
According to Manchester Evening News’ Samuel Luckhurst, Hojlund sustained a small issue during pre-season training with Atalanta.
That means the 20-year-old isn’t currently match fit and won’t be ready for the start of the new campaign.
Man United reportedly say it could take a few weeks for him to reach match fitness.
The MEN also claim Man United had planned to confirm Hojlund’s arrival in midweek.
But it was delayed after the 20-year-old travelled to London on Thursday for extensive examinations as part of his medical.
Hojlund takes United’s spending over £150m following the arrivals of Mason Mount and Andre Onana.
The Denmark striker scored nine goals in 32 Serie A appearances after signing for Atalanta in 2022 – and has six in as many games for his country.
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