MANCHESTER UNITED fans could be set to see Rasmus Hojlund in action for the first time against Arsenal following a major hint over his fitness.
Hojlund, 20, is yet to feature for United after his £72million transfer from Atalanta.
Rasmus Hojlund could make his Man Utd debut against ArsenalCredit: Getty
This is because his medical turned up a lower back injury sustained in pre-season with his former club.
Erik ten Hag’s side have lacked a cutting edge in a number of games this season.
However, Hojlund could be in line to finally make his debut against Arsenal.
It comes after Hojlund was deemed fit enough to be selected in Denmark’s national team squad for the upcoming September internationals.
After failing to make his nation’s World Cup team, Hojlund has scored six goals in four games.
This included a hat-trick against Finland.
And the Red Devils faithful will be hoping for more of the same when he throws on a United shirt for the first time.
Anthony Martial was trusted through the middle for last weekend’s 3-2 win over Nottingham Forest.
While the Frenchman did not perform at his best, Marcus Rashford was electric back on the left wing, yielding an assist and winning a penalty while also playing a big part in Casemiro’s equaliser.
It is hoped Hojlund will be able to be a more reliable solution than Martial that will also complement the team’s attacking balance.
With his injury in mind, it has been revealed Denmark and United have a plan for his involvement.
Denmark manager Kasper Hijulmand told reporters: “I have some clear agreements with the club.
“He [Hojlund] should preferably get some minutes so that we can see that he’s there.
“He lacks game time, that’s clear, but he’s going to play a role [for Denmark], so we’ll have to see what he can do.”
Man Utd team-mate Christian Eriksen – who scored against Forest – was also called up to the Dane’s national team.
Hojlund’s return would be a massive boost amid a defensive injury crisis which is set to see United bring in Marc Cucurella on loan from Chelsea.
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