Rasmus Hojlund makes Manchester United admission as player departure confirmed

Here are your latest Manchester United evening headlines on Monday, June 12.

Hojlund makes Manchester United admission

Rasmus Hojlund remained coy regarding reported contact with Manchester United but the Danish striker admits it is flattering to be linked with a move to Old Trafford.

The Manchester Evening News reported earlier this month that United manager Erik ten Hag has held multiple video calls with Hojlund, with the 20-year-old identified as a realistically attainable target for his priority position. The Dutchman has long wanted Harry Kane but the club are operating under the assumption Tottenham will not sell their star.

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Hojlund is one of several targets being eyed by Ten Hag to bring goals, and the Dutchman admitted last month that he had been in open dialogue with potential signings.

He's now opened up on United's interest in bringing him to Old Trafford this summer while on international duty with Denmark, alongside Reds midfielder Christian Eriksen.

While the young striker admits his goal is to ascend to the top of club football, he did deny any video meetings had taken place.

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Bernard departure confirmed

Di'Shon Bernard confirmed his departure from Manchester United with a heartfelt message posted on social media on Monday.

The Manchester Evening News reported earlier in the day that the 22-year-old was set to leave United ahead of the summer transfer window.

Bernard leaves United having made just one appearance for the senior side, against Astana in the 2019/2020 Europa League group stage.

He confirmed his exit on Monday with a message to United fans and all of the club's staff who have