Man Utd CONFIRM Rasmus Hojlund transfer with £72million striker unveiled at Old Trafford ahead of Lens friendly
MANCHESTER UNITED have confirmed the signing of Atalanta striker Ramsus Hojlund.
The Red Devils unveiled the £72million Danish star, 20, at Old Trafford on Saturday ahead of their friendly against Lens.
That came after they tweeted a video of the hitman putting on the new strip with eye emojis.
But he is injured and will miss Man Utd's opening game of the season against Wolves.
He is also a doubt for their second match of the campaign away at Tottenham.
He is training but will take at least a fortnight to get up to match fitness.
Denmark international Hjoland flew to Manchester earlier this week and completed his medical yesterday.
And the lifelong Red Devil can't wait to begin his new life at Old Trafford.
He said: “It is no secret that I have been a fan of this great club since I was a small boy.
"I dreamed of walking out at Old Trafford as a Manchester United player.
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“I am incredibly excited by this opportunity to turn that dream into a reality, and I am determined to repay the faith that the club has shown in me.
“It is still early in my career, but I know that I am ready to make this step up and play with this group of world-class players.”
Hojlund arrives at the Theatre of Dreams in a deal understood to be worth £72million.
SunSport understands that United will pay £64m upfront, with a further £8m coming in add-ons.
Several teams were interested in acquiring Hjoland's services before United stole a march in the race for his signature.
But they were blown out of the water after Red Devils boss Erik ten Hag spoke to the striker.
Hojlund revealed: “Once I had spoken to the manager, I knew that this environment would be perfect for my development; I am relishing the opportunity to work with one of the best coaches in the world.
";Under his guidance and support I know that I am capable of achieving great things together with my new teammates at this special club.”
United's Director of Development, John Murtough, hailed the signing of the young Dane.
He said: “Rasmus is a truly exceptional talent; he possesses technical and physical attributes which rank him amongst the best players in the world for his age group.
“Working under Erik ten Hag and his coaches will provide Rasmus with the perfect development platform; everyone across the club will ensure that he is given the time and all the support required to reach his immense potential
“Throughout the summer we have acted quickly and decisively to secure our primary targets early in the transfer window.
“This will ensure that Erik and his coaches have the best opportunity to prepare the squad to push for further success in the exciting campaign ahead.”
Hojlund joined Atalanta last summer for £15m from Austrian side Sturm Graz.
He netted ten times for the Serie A side in 34 games and has been compared to Manchester City goal machine Erling Haaland.
The Dane has scored six in six for his country.
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Hojlund is Man Utd's third summer signing after moves for Mason Mount and Andre Onana were confirmed.
The club have now sealed deals worth a combined £179m during this window.