Rasmus Hojlund urges his manager not to give him 90 minutes amid injury fears

Manchester United star Rasmus Hojlund has urged caretaker Denmark boss Lars Knudsen not to give him 90 minutes against Spain on international duty.

Due to previous hamstring issues that have reduced his playing time, the Red Devils striker is concerned about sustaining a new injury.

Due to injuries, Hojlund missed United’s opening four Premier League games of the 2024–25 season and has only made five appearances overall.

As they get ready for their Nations League matchup with European champions Spain on Saturday, the 21-year-old is now with the Danish squad.

Speaking ahead of that match, 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.’

Hojlund has established himself as an important player for his country, registering seven goals across 18 caps.

But it appears he wants to focus on getting himself fit for United, who are back in action on October 19 when Erik ten Hag’s side host Brentford at Old Trafford.

United have endured a tough start to the season, winning just two of their opening seven Premier League games.

Ten Hag is under significant pressure and rumours have been circulating that the Red Devils manager could soon lose his job.

Injury problems mounting for Erik ten Hag

Meanwhile, it emerged on Thursday that United could have yet another injury concern with Lisandro Martinez reportedly carrying a knock.

United are already monitoring a number of injury concerns that have emerged during the international break. Martinez’s countryman Alejandro Garnacho pulled out of the Argentina squad on Monday due to a knee problem with Kobbie Mainoo also withdrawing from the England squad.

Amad Diallo is another to have returned to Manchester early, leaving the Ivory Coast camp on Wednesday.

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