Working under Erik ten Hag and his coaches will provide Rasmus with the perfect development platform
Manchester United have confirmed the £72m signing of Rasmus Hojlund from Atalanta after the striker was paraded at Old Trafford before their pre-season match with Lens.
Hojlund, 20, has put pen to paper on a five-year contract at Old Trafford after becoming Erik ten Hag’s third major signing of the summer transfer window.
The Danish forward completed his medical at United on Tuesday after jetting into Manchester Airport to seal his move to Old Trafford.
Hojlund had already agreed personal terms on a five-year deal with the option of a further year and signed his contract on Wednesday.
The striker received a huge round of applause from the Old Trafford crowd as he walked out onto the pitch.
The 20-year-old has signed a five-year deal becoming their third summer signing
He told the club’s official website: ‘It is no secret that I have been a fan of this great club since I was a small boy, and I dreamed of walking out at Old Trafford as a Manchester United player.
‘I am incredibly excited by this opportunity to turn that dream into a reality, and I am determined to repay the faith that the club has shown in me. It is still early in my career, but I know that I am ready to make this step up and play with this group of world-class players.
‘Once I had spoken to the manager, I knew that this environment would be perfect for my development; I am relishing the opportunity to work with one of the best coaches in the world. Under his guidance and support I know that I am capable of achieving great things together with my new teammates at this special club.’
John Murtough, Manchester United Football Director, said: ‘Rasmus is a truly exceptional talent. He possesses technical and physical attributes which rank him amongst the best players in the world for his age group.
‘Working under Erik ten Hag and his coaches will provide Rasmus with the perfect development platform. Everyone across the club will ensure that he is given the time and all the support required to reach his immense potential.
‘Throughout the summer we have acted quickly and decisively to secure our primary targets early in the transfer window. This will ensure that Erik and his coaches have the best opportunity to prepare the squad to push for further success in the exciting campaign ahead”.
From man united website.