Man Utd player told to leave by Ruben Amorim gives three reasons he accepted transfer

Rasmus Hojlund has hit back at Ruben Amorim by detailing three reasons behind his exit from Manchester United. The 22-year-old striker moved to Napoli on a season-long loan deal during the summer transfer window.

He had slipped down the pecking order at Old Trafford and was told he could leave by United head coach Ruben Amorim. Antonio Conte's side hold a £38million obligation to make the Denmark international's switch permanent next summer, meaning Hojlund may have already played his last game for United.

Hojlund's choice to depart United this summer wasn't a simple one, however, as he had originally been resolute about remaining to battle for his position. Even when the likes of Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo and Benjamin Sesko arrived, the frontman felt he could win back his place if given the opportunity.

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When he was in the USA for United's pre-season tour, Hojlund said: "I think my plan is very clear and that is for me to stay and fight for my spot, whatever happens. I'm still very young. I think people forget that sometimes.

"I'm only 22. Obviously, not every striker is scoring 100 goals at the age of 22 [like Kevin De Bruyne]. But I've learned a lot, I think you can see in my game. I'm starting to develop and become even better in the basics.

"Now it's just about for me to sharpen myself and I've done very well in the pre-season, so far. I'm just focusing on continuing that. Competition is fine with me.

"It sharpens me, as I'm more than ready. I'm feeling sharp, so I'm welcoming everything that comes. I think it's good with competition and it only sharpens the team."

Despite his initial position, Hojlund ultimately accepted a deadline day switch to Italian champions Napoli. So far this campaign, Hojlund has netted four times in six appearances in all competitions - matching his entire Premier League tally for United during the 2024/2025 season.

Speaking about what finally swayed his decision and persuaded him to embrace the next phase of his career in Italy, Hojlund waxed lyrical about Conte while speaking to Radio Kiss. The ex-Atalanta player said: "Conte is a top coach.

"I came here because I knew this was an important step for me. Napoli is a great club and a wonderful place to live. It's exactly what I need right now in my career."

Following six matches, reigning champions Napoli currently lead the Serie A standings, and remain on course to retain the title they secured last season, boasting five victories and just one defeat from their campaign. Hojlund isn't the sole former Manchester-based star flourishing with the Italian outfit at present, either.

Scott McTominay has enjoyed a brilliant spell with Napoli since completing his switch from United last summer, registering 12 goals and six assists in the league during the previous term. Meanwhile, Manchester City icon Kevin De Bruyne is also excelling, contributing with three goals and two assists from his eight appearances in Serie A and the Champions League so far.

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