Man Utd Ready to Cut Massive Losses on Hojlund as Fresh Bidder Steps Forward
Manchester United are said to be ready to offload Rasmus Højlund for under half the £72 million ($92 million) fee they invested in him just two years ago, with multiple clubs showing interest.
The Danish striker experienced a particularly disappointing 2024–25 season, managing only four Premier League goals across more than 2,000 minutes of action. To put this in context, 76 players scored more than Højlund in England's premier division last season, while Manchester City's keeper Ederson equaled his combined goals and assists total (four).
Following such poor productivity, United are understandably receptive to offers and willing to accept a substantial financial loss to enable his departure. BBC Sport reports that Ruben Amorim's team would consider bids starting at £30 million ($39.8 million).
Højlund joined Old Trafford from Atalanta in 2023 for a base fee of £64 million ($82 million) plus an additional £8 million ($10 million) in performance-related bonuses. United's part-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe disclosed that the club continues to pay installments for the Danish forward's transfer while grouping him among players he deemed "inadequate" and "overpriced".
Despite harsh criticism from his current club, Højlund has attracted attention from several potential buyers. Italian giants AC Milan, Inter, and Napoli have all reportedly expressed interest in the 22-year-old, while ESPN identified German club RB Leipzig as another possible destination.
The Saxon-based team might require a new forward if Benjamin Šeško completes his anticipated transfer this summer. The Slovenian striker, who possesses similar untapped potential to Højlund, is allegedly Manchester United's primary attacking target for the current window, though Newcastle United are also strongly pursuing his signature.
Højlund has maintained a resolute position regarding his future. "My intention is crystal clear," he stated in late July, "which is to remain and compete for my position, regardless of circumstances." Amorim provided no such guarantees.
The Portuguese manager acknowledged that Højlund is "developing" but cautioned: "I cannot predict what will transpire before the transfer window closes. We struggled significantly due to our goal shortage last season."