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Rasmus Hojlund, the striker who is experiencing a strong resurgence at Napoli after leaving Manchester United. |
In his latest interview, Antonio Conte expressed his satisfaction with Rasmus Hojlund's progress, while also emphasizing that young players can only reach their full potential if they are properly guided. Conte's statement is seen as a highlight of the role of coaching, especially considering Hojlund was previously left out of Manchester United's plans.
The 22-year-old striker joined Napoli on a loan deal with a conditional buy-out clause worth around £38 million, after no longer being part of manager Ruben Amorim's plans at Old Trafford. Previously, Hojlund was brought to Manchester United for £72 million from Atalanta under Erik ten Hag, but only scored 4 goals in the Premier League last season.
At Napoli, the Danish striker quickly rediscovered the form that once made him one of the most sought-after young forwards in Europe. To date, Hojlund has scored 9 goals and provided 3 assists in all competitions, contributing directly to Napoli's attacking play.
Conte attributes this improvement to meticulous training sessions: from movement and positioning to supporting teammates and timing acceleration to exploit space. "Our job is to help players become better than when they first arrived," the Italian coach emphasized.
Hojlund also quickly secured his first title with Napoli when he helped the team win the Italian Super Cup. He scored and assisted in the semi-final against AC Milan, before helping his teammates overcome Bologna in the final.
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Napoli's management has made no secret of its intention to keep Hojlund for the long term. |
Following this championship win, the 22-year-old striker posted a cryptic message on social media, which many interpreted as a response to his difficult time at Manchester United.
Napoli's management has made no secret of its intention to keep Hojlund long-term. Sporting Director Giovanni Manna confirmed that activating the buyout clause in the near future is almost just a matter of formality.
Hojlund himself admitted that he found both a professional and a suitable living environment in Southern Italy. The reunion with Scott McTominay, who had played alongside him at Old Trafford and had quickly achieved success at Napoli, also helped the Danish striker integrate more quickly.
At the age of 22, Hojlund identified Napoli as a crucial turning point in his personal development. His resurgence is not just a story of good form, but also clearly reflects the impact of a suitable training environment and a coach who knows how to unlock a player's potential.
Source: https://znews.vn/conte-chi-ra-ly-do-hojlund-hoi-sinh-o-napoli-post1620408.html
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