Rasmus Hojlund Plays Down Comparisons to Erling Haaland

Manchester United star Rasmus Hojlund has played down comparisons to Manchester City striker Erling Haaland and feels he is not on the same level.

Hojlund Arrives at Old Trafford

Hojlund arrived at Old Trafford this summer from Italian club Atalanta in a deal worth £72m and has scored three goals across his opening eight matches.

Haaland Joins City

Haaland, meanwhile, joined City from Borussia Dortmund last summer and has registered a remarkable total of 60 goals in 65 games for Pep Guardiola’s side.

Comparisons Made Between Hojlund and Haaland

With the duo having similar names and stature, as well as the fact they are both Scandinavian, comparisons have been made between Hojlund and Haaland.

Hojlund Dismisses Talk of Similarities

Denmark international Hojlund, though, has dismissed any talk of similarities between himself and the Norwegian. ‘I hope that one day I can reach his level, but right now, I think it is too early,’ Hojlund told TV2.

‘Erling is in any case the world’s best striker, if not the world’s best footballer. I don’t really want to be compared to him, but I hope that one day I can be like him. Who knows? I am only 20 years old. We will have to see what it can end up with.’

Louis Saha Hails United for Signing Hojlund

Meanwhile, former United striker Louis Saha has hailed the Red Devils for signing Hojlund this summer instead of Brighton striker Evan Ferguson.

‘Hojlund was the right target for Manchester United over Ferguson,’ Saha told Paddy Power. ‘Both players are tremendous with exciting potential but [Hojlund] can occupy the two central defenders and maybe even free up space because of his speed and strength. It will be very interesting to see.’

Conclusion

Rasmus Hojlund is still in the early stages of his career at Manchester United but has already made an impact. However, he is keen to play down any comparisons to Manchester City’s Erling Haaland and insists he is not on the same level yet. Former United striker Louis Saha has praised the Red Devils for signing Hojlund over Brighton’s Evan Ferguson.