Man United star Rasmus Hojlund reacts to Romelu Lukaku amid Napoli links
Man United striker Rasmus Hojlund has reacted to Romelu Lukaku’s social media post amid speculation that he could join the Belgian at Napoli.
Former Red Devils forward Lukaku fired Napoli to the Serie A title last season by scoring 14 goals in 36 appearances in the Italian top flight.
Meanwhile, Hojlund had no such joy in the final third for Man United last term, notching just four goals in 32 Premier League outings.
Red Devils boss Ruben Amorim faces an important summer transfer window, while acquiring a new striker is a top priority.
Hojlund reacts to Lukaku’s Instagram post amid Napoli links
Hojlund’s most recent goal in a largely disappointing campaign arrived on 8 May, when the North West giants beat Athletic Bilbao 4-1 in the Europa League semi-finals.
Meanwhile, Lukaku took to Instagram on 18 June to share holiday photos, which attracted a like from the struggling Man United man.
As Amorim looks to strengthen his frontline this summer, Hojlund has been linked with Napoli, while Antonio Conte’s men will likely sell fellow striker Victor Osimhen this summer.
Viktor Gyokeres development is a major blow to Man United
Football Insider verdict
The speculation that Hojlund will leave Man United this summer has largely been down to the Red Devils’ interest in Sporting hotshot Viktor Gyokeres.
| Rasmus Hojlund stats | Premier League 2024/25 |
| Appearances | 32 |
| Goals | 4 |
| Assists | 0 |
After scoring 54 goals in 52 appearances for the Portuguese club last season, Gyokeres presents himself as a figure who could be able to revolutionise an Old Trafford outfit that finished just 15th in the Premier League last season.
Furthermore, the former Coventry City man worked effectively alongside Amorim in Portugal before the 40-year-old moved to the North West last November.
However, Gyokeres favours a move to Arsenal over Man United, which is undoubtedly a major blow to Man United’s chances of enjoying greater success next season.
On the other hand, the North Londoners have got their hands on a prolific talent who could even help them beat Liverpool and Manchester City to the Premier League title.
Meanwhile, even though they are set to miss out on Gyokeres, Man United must buy a Hojlund upgrade ahead of next season.