Why fans should be happy after the arrival of Rasmus Hojlund said Manchester United manager Erik Ten Hag
Rasmus Hojlund was unveiled as a Manchester United player earlier today Saturday, before the game against French side RC Lens. Manchester United dominated the second half after conceding a goal at the first half.
What Erik ten hag said about the arrival of Rasmus Hojlund at Manchester United
The 20-year-old did not participate in the match and might experience a brief delay before making his debut due to reports indicating a minor injury he brought to Manchester. Nevertheless, when he eventually steps onto the field, Ten Hag has high aspirations for him.
Ten Hag expressed, “He embodies a true striker, displaying directness towards the goal and adeptness at pressing, coupled with a robust physical presence. Given the team’s composition, this is a crucial addition, complementing players like [Marcus] Rashford, another individual who excels in directness and goal-scoring. His mindset revolves around a single objective: putting the ball in the net.”
“I firmly believe he possesses immense potential. The responsibility now rests upon him, initially to tap into that potential. Our entire coaching staff, the team—both on and off the pitch—are prepared to provide him with unwavering support. The team eagerly awaited a presence of his mold, and they will seamlessly assimilate him into the locker room and onto the pitch, extending their assistance.”
“In the end, the onus lies on the player to substantiate his capabilities. Such a character is precisely what we seek: hungry, determined individuals. He embodies the spirit of a player relentless in his pursuit of goals, victories, and championships.”
Manchester United team performance against RC lens
As Hojlund observed from the sidelines, Manchester United’s attacking prowess was on full display against Lens. The combination of Marcus Rashford and Antony led to goals, while Bruno Fernandes and Alejandro Garnacho commanded the spotlight, evoking a sense of satisfaction from Ten Hag regarding his team’s exhibition.
Ten Hag commented, “In Rashy’s case, it’s quintessentially a Rashy-style goal. The orchestration that originates from our defensive line, followed by the clinical finishing – a splendid assist by Antony – leaves me highly content with his performance. He’s making strides in his development.”
“As for Garna, that second goal stands as an exceptional achievement. The sequence of movements, Garna’s skillful dribble, coupled with Rashford’s well-timed positioning, culminated in a beautifully executed pass from Garna. Antony’s first touch and subsequent finish rounded off the play magnificently.”
