Napoli’s bid to sign Rasmus Hojlund is in full swing.
According to the Daily Mirror, the Serie A side have been given the ‘green light’ to convert the on-loan Manchester United forward into a permanent contract as early as January, triggering a £38m option negotiated with the Old Trafford club.
The 22-year-old has rediscovered his spark at Napoli and the Danish striker’s form, with six goals in six games in all competitions, has accelerated talks towards an early solution.
For Napoli, it’s a chance to lock in a long-term No. 9 position, and for Hojlund, it’s a chance to cement his place in a system that clearly suits him.
Rasmus Hojlund impressed at Napoli
Mr. Hoylund’s influence was immediate. Freed by Napoli’s front-foot approach and the rich services of their creative midfielders and wide men, the Dane performed well enough to be signed by Man United in the first place.
The goals came in a variety of ways: a first goal, a surge in transition, a decisive touch in a congested area, and show that he was able to rediscover his form and confidence.
From Napoli’s point of view, triggering the £38m clause makes sense and as things stand it looks like a bargain deal.
It provides clarity for the second half of the season and protects the club from a competitive summer market where prices are likely to rise if Høylund’s form continues.
The fee also seems reasonable for a 22-year-old with significant upside and resale potential.
Manchester United decide to let Hojlund leave the club
United will part ways with a young striker whose ceiling remains high and whose form in Italy was sensational. The Red Devils made a move in the summer transfer window by signing Benjamin Sesco.
Hoylund himself seems comfortable playing in Serie A. The tactical demands of the league influence his movements and decision-making.
Nothing has been signed yet, but his momentum, on-field form and off-field exploits all point to the Danish international’s path to becoming a permanent part of the Partenopei.
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