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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Jamie Jackson

Rasmus Højlund already creating a ‘different spirit’ at Manchester United

Rasmus Højlund in his Manchester United kit before a pre-season friendly
Rasmus Højlund is yet to play for Manchester United due to a back problem but is now fit. Photograph: Jason Cairnduff/Action Images/Reuters

Erik ten Hag is excited by Rasmus Højlund’s creation of a “different spirit” among his Manchester United players during the striker’s first week of full training, with the 20-year-old set to make his debut in Sunday’s trip to Arsenal.

The Dane was signed from Atalanta for £72m but has yet to play for United due to a back problem. Now recovered, Ten Hag said Højlund will start at Arsenal and praised his immediate impact on the squad.

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