Napoli have entered the race to sign Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund after suffering a major injury blow on the eve of the new campaign. Romelu Lukaku, the former Man Utd forward, is set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines after sustaining a thigh injury in Napoli’s final pre-season friendly against Olympiacos at the weekend.

Højlund has found himself replaced as United’s usual No. 9 following the summer arrival of Benjamin Šeško, and was notably absent from the matchday squad for Sunday’s Premier League opener against Arsenal—Mason Mount started in a false nine role.

Contacts are continuing between Napoli and Manchester United for Rasmus Hojlund, with a loan deal being worked on. That’s according to journalist Ciro Venerato, via Napoli Magazine, who reports that the Italian side are prepared to pay a loan fee for the striker.

Amorim revealed that Mazraoui would not be able to return against Arsenal. In all likelihood, we could see the former Ajax man return towards the end of the month. The Argentine is United’s sole long-term absentee, still recovering from the ACL tear he suffered against Crystal Palace in February.

Manchester United want Rasmus Hojlund sold this summer transfer window after Benjamin Sesko effectively replaced the centre-forward against Arsenal at Old Trafford

Rasmus Højlund was left out of the Manchester United squad that lost 1-0 to Arsenal on the opening day of the Premier League season. This has fueled speculation

While AC Milan appeared to be the most likely destination for Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund, the scenery has suddenly changed following an unexpected development.