Rasmus Hojlund sits out training as he prepares to fly to Manchester and complete United move

BERGAMO, ITALY - APRIL 08: Rasmus Hojlund of Atalanta BC arrives at the stadium prior to the Serie A match between Atalanta BC and Bologna FC at Gewiss Stadium on April 08, 2023 in Bergamo, Italy. (Photo by Emilio Andreoli/Getty Images)

Rasmus Hojlund did not partake in Atalanta training today ahead of his imminent move to Manchester United, according to Italian reporter Alfredo Pedulla.

The 20-year-old is awaiting the two clubs to complete the necessary paperwork so he can then jump on a plane and head over to England, where he’ll put pen to paper on his five-year contract.

United agreed a fee with the Serie A side on Saturday for a £72 million package including add-ons, with Erik ten Hag finally acquiring a high-quality striker to fill the No.9 void up front.

United must be patient with Hojlund

Pressure will undoubtedly be on Hojlund as rival fans will be keeping tabs on the numbers he produces, however, the Old Trafford faithful must be patient with the youngster as he takes the time to adjust to the Premier League and a starting role.

Ten Hag may also utilise Marcus Rashford in the forward position to ensure he doesn’t throw Hojlund in the deep end and instead, deploy him off the bench for a couple of months.

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