Erik ten Hag Confirms Rasmus Hojlund’s Comeback for Man Utd vs Liverpool Clash
Manchester United fans have been eagerly awaiting the return of Rasmus Hojlund, and it seems their prayers have been answered. Manager Erik ten Hag has confirmed that the Danish striker is expected to make his comeback from injury in the FA Cup clash against rivals Liverpool next Sunday.
Hojlund has been sidelined for the past three games due to a muscle strain, which prevented him from playing against Manchester City, Fulham, and Nottingham Forest. Prior to his injury, Hojlund had been in excellent form, scoring seven goals and providing two assists in his last six top-flight appearances.
There was speculation among United fans about whether Hojlund would feature in the upcoming match against Everton this weekend. When stopped outside Carrington on Thursday, Hojlund responded with a cryptic “we’ll see” when asked about his potential involvement. However, Ten Hag has now clarified that Hojlund is unlikely to play against the Toffees and is instead targeting the FA Cup quarter-final against Liverpool for his return.
Ten Hag also provided updates on several other players’ fitness. He confirmed that Marcus Rashford and Jonny Evans have recovered from their injuries sustained during the Manchester derby and will be available to face Everton. However, Omari Forson will be absent due to an injury.
Regarding Mason Mount, Ten Hag expressed optimism about his return, stating that the young midfielder is currently in a good spell and is expected to come back shortly after the international break.
Looking ahead to the Liverpool game, Ten Hag expects both Harry Maguire and Aaron Wan-Bissaka to be available for selection. Their return will undoubtedly boost United’s defensive options and provide added strength against their fierce rivals.
With these positive updates on the injury front, United fans can breathe a sigh of relief. The return of Hojlund, along with the potential comebacks of key players like Maguire and Wan-Bissaka, will be crucial as the team looks to bounce back from their recent Manchester derby loss.
It’s worth noting that the upcoming clash with Liverpool holds significant importance for both teams. United will be determined to prove themselves against their rivals and advance in the FA Cup, while Liverpool will be seeking redemption after a disappointing Premier League campaign.
As the match draws closer, the anticipation among fans is palpable. The return of Hojlund, along with the potential availability of other injured players, adds an extra layer of excitement to an already highly-anticipated encounter.
Only time will tell if Ten Hag’s expectations will come to fruition, but one thing is for certain – the clash between Manchester United and Liverpool is set to be an enthralling battle that fans won’t want to miss.