Hojlund has to go.

Hojlund has been consistently disappointing at MU.

The 0-1 defeat against Wolves in the 33rd round of the Premier League on April 20th served as a wake-up call about the harsh reality: Hojlund has never been a striker good enough to wear the Red Devils' shirt.

Hojlund's terrible game

Since the start of the 2024/25 season, the Danish striker has only scored 3 goals in the Premier League, and a total of 8 goals across all competitions in 44 matches. For a £72 million contract, these figures are unacceptable. A center forward expected to lead the attack has now become a burden on the playing style of England's most historically successful club.

Coach Ruben Amorim, Erik ten Hag's successor, continues to place his faith in Hojlund, hoping he will rediscover the killer instinct he once possessed at Atalanta. However, patience is running out.

The match against Wolves was one of the rare occasions where Amorim couldn't hide his disappointment. And it all stemmed from Hojlund's inexplicable decisions regarding ball handling.

One of the key moments occurred in the 53rd minute. Hojlund made a powerful run down the left wing, beating center-back Emmanuel Elysee Badobre and heading straight for the Wolves goal. Inside the box, Kobbie Mainoo and Patrick Dorgu made well-timed runs, creating two clear passing options.

However, instead of taking advantage of the opportunity to combine, Hojlund tried to get the ball to his left foot and shoot. Defender Toti Gomes quickly read the situation, pounced on the ball, and made an accurate tackle, ending the promising counter-attack.

Hojlund played terribly against Wolves.

On another occasion, Alejandro Garnacho delivered a perfect cross into the penalty area. Hojlund misjudged the ball's trajectory and lacked timing, causing him to miss the scoring opportunity. A single touch would have been enough to find the back of the net, but Hojlund showed a lack of composure in his finishing.

If a single wasted opportunity can be attributed to bad luck, then repeating the same mistake game after game reveals a problem within the player himself. Hojlund lacks spatial awareness, moves clumsily, and has poor ball control – qualities that a top striker must possess.

In late 2024, many experts tried to defend Hojlund, arguing that he was a victim of Manchester United's uninspired style of play. The wingers rarely delivered the ball early into the penalty area, leaving Hojlund starved of possession and lacking motivation.

However, when opportunities arise and are not seized, all excuses become meaningless. The match against Wolves exposed Hojlund's limitations – a striker not yet good enough to compete in a demanding league like the Premier League.

Time is running out for Hojlund

With Manchester United preparing for a major overhaul in the summer of 2025, it will be difficult for Hojlund to retain his place. With his current performance, he can hardly compete on equal footing with the club's targets such as Viktor Gyökeres or Victor Osimhen – two strikers who are currently in explosive form and have high transfer values in the European market.

It's time for MU to make a decision regarding Hojlund.

If either of these two signings arrives at Old Trafford, Hojlund will most likely be relegated to the bench. And if Manchester United find a suitable partner, parting ways with Hojlund is a possibility. However, with such a high transfer fee and lackluster performances throughout the season, it's not easy for any team to agree to "rescue" the Danish striker.

Atalanta, Hojlund's former club, could be a potential option – a place where he left a positive mark. However, returning to Serie A at this time is not simple, especially since Hojlund has lost his confidence and former form.

If he were to remain in England, mid-table teams like West Ham, Crystal Palace, or Brentford might be a better fit for Hojlund's current abilities. This is because Manchester United's status doesn't allow them to continue betting on a striker who lacks so many of the qualities needed to reach the top level.

Time was running out for Hojlund. Each match was an opportunity for him to prove his worth, but at the same time, it became a challenge for the player. In the rebuilding picture that Amorim painted for the "Red Devils," Hojlund no longer seemed like a suitable addition.

Manchester United needs a true "number 9" – someone who can make a difference and bring home victories. And Hojlund, after a season filled with so much disappointment, perhaps it's time for him to move on to a new chapter in his career.

Source: https://znews.vn/hojlund-phai-ra-di-post1547449.html