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Rasmus Hojlund: Napoli striker seals permanent switch in style

by Alex Browne
Picture of Rasmus Hojlund

Manchester United had two players in loan action on Sunday.

To find out where all of Manchester United’s loanees are plying their trade this season, click here.

Rasmus Hojlund

The Dane helped Napoli secure a 3-0 away win over Pisa to consolidate their place in next season’s Champions League.

Hojlund scored a goal and provided an assist as he also sealed his permanent switch to Italy.

After officially claiming their spot in next season’s Champions League, Napoli were obligated to trigger their permanent move for Hojlund.

He grabbed an assist in the 21st minute when he casually laid the ball off for Scott McTominay to sweep into the bottom corner in style.

Hojlund then sealed a great performance with a goal in the 91st minute of the contest.

The striker showed great instinct to twist his body to guide a fierce cross into the back of the net for the Southern Italians.

He only completed six passes in the game, though, and no accurate crosses. The Dane also only won one of his four ground duels.

Hojlund sent a farewell message to Manchester United fans after the game on social media to personally confirm his exit from the club.

Rasmus Hojlund stats vs Pisa

StatisticValue
Goals1
Expected goals (xG)0.45
Assists1
Expected assists (xA)0.04
Total shots2
Expected goals on target (xGOT)0.98
Shots on target1
Shots blocked0
Offsides2
Touches19
Unsuccessful touches3
Dribbles (successful)0 (0)
Was fouled1
Possession lost6
Total carrying distance64.3 m
Carries6
Progressive carries1
Total progression13.8 m
Progressive carrying distance28.8 m
Longest progressive carry21.1 m
Key passes1
Crosses (accurate)0 (0)
Accurate passes6/7 (86%)
Passes in opposition half (acc.)5/5 (100%)
Passes in own half (acc.)1/2 (50%)
Def. contributions0
Tackles (won)0 (0)
Interceptions0
Clearances0
Blocked shots0
Recoveries2
Ground duels (won)4 (1)
Fouls1
Dribbled past0

Jacob Devaney

The Irishman came on for the second half of St Mirren’s 1-1 draw with Dundee United.

He made two key passes in the match and completed 86% of his passes.

Devaney did not have any shots on goal, but he did carry the ball forward an impressive 13 times, showing great drive and determination.

He also won both his tackles and an impressive four out of five ground contests.

Devaney will now return to Manchester United and will hope to be given a chance to impress in the club’s pre-season training.

Featured image Yasser Bakshs via Getty Images


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