Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand claims Manchester United’s new signing may take time to adapt to his new surroundings and the Premier League. The Danish international is expected to be officially announced as Manchester United’s new player this week after successfully undergoing his medicals on Wednesday.
Hojilund £72 million move to Manchester United made him the most expensive striker in the club’s history. The 20-year-old snubbed a colossal offer from Manchester United to sign five years deal with the Red Devils. He made 34 appearances for Atalanta, scoring ten goals.
Rio Ferdinand expects the Denish international to lead Manchester United’s frontline this season but warns he may take time to adjust to the Premier League like Darwin Nunez, who scored 9 Premier League goals in 29 outings last season.
What did Rio Ferdinand say about Manchester United’s new signing Rasmus Hojlund?
Rio Ferdinand explained: “The first thing you’ve got to look at is there’s enormous potential. Anyone who has seen him play will see there are attributes there that you would like. He’s suited to the Premier League.
“I think the price tag is out of his hands. I look at it a bit like Darwin Nunez from Liverpool. Last season was his adjusting season.
“He’s a young striker coming to the league, everything about him fits the Premier League perfectly, but it didn’t go as well as he would have liked.
“But I think this season we’ll see a different player for Liverpool. I wouldn’t be surprised if that happens with Hojlund, although I’d like him to have a better season than that, obviously.
“He may well do but it will take time to adjust. The attributes are there but you’re going to be paying big.”
