Napoli sporting director Giovanni Manna says the striker’s permanent move from Manchester United is all but guaranteed.
The Denmark international arrived in Naples last summer on loan with an option to buy for €50million (£43m).
Hojlund has scored six league goals so far this season—two more than he managed during the 2024–25 Premier League campaign at Old Trafford.
Speaking to Corriere dello Sport, Manna revealed the club faced stiff competition to secure his signature.
“We did everything we could to sign him. There were more storied clubs interested, but his will was crucial, and we are proud of it,” he said.
“We had no doubts. Rasmus is decisive in terms of numbers, but also in how he understands the coach’s input. This makes a difference.”
Napoli’s deal includes an option to buy that becomes an obligation if they qualify for the Champions League.
“There’s an option to buy and an obligation to buy if we qualify for the Champions League. The player considers himself a Napoli player, and the same goes for us,” Manna said.
Asked if the transfer was a “formality”, he added: “As of today, I think so.”
