Here are your Manchester United evening headlines on Saturday, August 5. New Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund could miss the first few weeks of the season through injury.
Hojlund, 20, was unveiled by United at Old Trafford prior to kick-off in their penultimate pre-season friendly against Lens. Want to join our MUFC Pro club for a totally ad-free version of the MEN’s Man United app packed with premium features? Click here ALSO READ: Why United have signed Hojlund Sources say Hojlund sustained a "small issue" during pre-season training with Atalanta and he is not ready to play.
United believe it could take a few weeks for Hojlund to reach match fitness and he will not be rushed in his recovery. The Manchester Evening News revealed Hojlund travelled to London for extensive examinations on Thursday after a concern was flagged during the first part of his medical.
Read more here. United manager Erik ten Hag says Rasmus Hojlund has "huge potential" after he completed his £72million transfer from Atalanta.