When could Rasmus Hojlund return to Manchester United? In-form striker ruled out for derby but he should return soon
Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund is expected to return to action very soon.
The Danish has been ruled out for Manchester derby due to a muscle injury suffered in the 2-1 victory over Luton in the first division.
The forward did not feature in the 2-1 defeat to Fulham or the FA Cup victory over Nottingham Forest.
But he shouldn't be out for much longer.
When will Hojlund return to Man United?
In it Red DevilsIn their initial statement, they confirmed that the forward would be out for “between two and three weeks.”
But Erik ten Hag confirmed before facing city of manchester He had the same team that faced Forest, that is. Hojlund He's not in shape yet.
That means that, barring any setbacks, the former Atalanta striker should be available for United's match against Everton on Saturday, March 9, which will be broadcast live on talkSPORT.
Speaking after the Hojlund news was confirmed, Ten Hag revealed his faith in United's attacking options.
He said: “(Hojlund) was very important lately.
“But the main man? I don't see it that way. Because I think, above all, that (Alejandro) Garnacho is playing very hard in the last few games…
“'Rashy' (Marcus Rashford) is capable. (He's only scored five, but) he can score. Lately, in our last few games, the first line is an absolute threat, they score.
“Is it just Rasmus Hojlund? No, it's Garnacho, it's also Rashford, it's also Scott McTominay. Bruno (Fernandes) can score a goal.”
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But the Red Devils missed Hojlund and looked toothless against Fulham, and just passed through the forest thanks to a last-gasp header from Casemiro from a set piece.
The Dane had a bad start in front of the Red Devils' goal.
He failed to score in his first 14 league games, but since scoring against Aston Villa on Boxing Day, he hasn't looked back.
The 21-year-old has made six consecutive Premier League appearances and has scored seven goals in that time.
