The 20-year-old football prodigy signs a contract extending until June 2028, with his previous club Atalanta bidding him farewell.
Manchester United has announced the signing of the young Danish sensation, Rasmus Højlund, from Atalanta for an approximate fee of £72m. His new contract with the Red Devils will extend until June 2028, and there is an option for an additional year, subject to international clearance.
At just 20 years old, Højlund has an impressive track record, with 27 goals from his 87 club appearances, including 10 scored during his recent season with Atalanta. As a senior international player, he has already scored six goals in six appearances for Denmark.
The thrilled Højlund, who has been a lifelong fan of the club, stated, “I’ve dreamed of becoming a Manchester United player and stepping onto the pitch at Old Trafford since I was a child. I am incredibly excited to transform this dream into reality and I am determined to repay the faith that the club has placed in me. Even though my career is still young, I feel ready to step up and contribute to this world-class team.”
He added, “After speaking with the manager, I realized that Manchester United would provide the perfect environment for my development. I’m eager to learn from one of the world’s best coaches and achieve great things with my new team at this special club.”
John Murtough, Manchester United’s Football Director, praised the new signing saying, “Rasmus is a truly exceptional talent. His technical skills and physical strength put him amongst the world’s best players in his age group. Working with Erik ten Hag and his coaching team will provide Rasmus with the perfect platform to develop. As a club, we’re committed to giving him all the support and time required to realize his immense potential.”
Murtough also highlighted the club’s transfer strategy, “This summer, we’ve acted decisively to secure our top targets early in the transfer window. This allows Erik and his coaching staff to best prepare the squad for an exciting campaign ahead.”
