Manchester United striker, Rasmus Hojlund, has raised concerns over a potential injury setback after missing a training session with the Denmark national team. The 21-year-old player had previously been sidelined due to a hamstring injury at the start of the Premier League season.
Hojlund suffered his hamstring injury during pre-season preparations, which led to him missing out on Manchester United's first six games of the new season. His absence was keenly felt by his team, who struggled for goals in their initial matches. He made his return against Crystal Palace last month and subsequently featured two more times in league matches before heading off for international duty.
Alarm over missed training session
However, alarm bells started ringing when it was reported that Hojlund sat out a Denmark training session on Sunday following their defeat to Spain. According to Danish outlets, he missed this crucial practice session after featuring as a second-half substitute in the previous night's match.
While it is unclear whether this absence was due to an aggravation of his previous injury or merely precautionary measures taken by the player or coaching staff, it has undoubtedly caused concern among fans and officials at Old Trafford.
Impact on Manchester United
The Red Devils have sorely missed Hojlund’s presence upfront this season. His goal-scoring prowess has been notably absent from several key games where they have struggled for goals. This latest development will certainly leave many at Old Trafford sweating over their attacking options should he be unavailable again.
Hojlund himself recently admitted that he probably wasn't ready to play full 90-minute matches as he continues managing his workload carefully post-injury recovery. This statement further fuels concerns about his fitness levels and readiness for upcoming fixtures.
Manchester United striker, Rasmus Hojlund, said:
“There is no point in rushing things and risking another injury. My body feels good again. I might be ready to play 90 minutes, but if I also use my brain a little bit, I don’t think 90 minutes on Saturday against Spain is a good idea.”
Despite these worries, there is hope that Hojlund’s absence from the training session was merely a precautionary measure. Manchester United fans and officials will be eagerly awaiting updates on his condition ahead of their crucial Premier League fixture with Brentford at Old Trafford on Sunday. While Hojlund's recent absence from training has raised concerns, it is hoped that this is just a minor setback in his recovery process. His return to top form will be crucial for Manchester United as they look to improve their performance in the Premier League matches.
