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Conte defends Hojlund as Man United keep waiting for permanent transfer
TL;DR
Antonio Conte defends Rasmus Hojlund amid Manchester United's wait for a permanent transfer. Napoli is still pursuing Champions League qualification, which would finalize Hojlund's move.
Key points
- Antonio Conte defends Rasmus Hojlund
- Hojlund's move to Napoli depends on Champions League qualification
- Napoli lost 3-2 to Bologna, impacting their Champions League hopes
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Conte defends Hojlund as Man United keep waiting for permanent transfer
Napoli coach Antonio Conte insists Rasmus Hojlund has ‘margin for improvement’ while the Partenopei continue chasing a Champions League placement, which would automatically make the Dane’s move from Manchester United permanent.
Napoli suffered a 3-2 home defeat to Bologna on Monday, failing to mathematically secure qualification for the Champions League with two games to spare.
Hojlund started the match but could not find the net, yet the Partenopei boss Conte defended the Manchester United loanee.
What Conte said about Hojlund after Napoli 2-3 Bologna
“Let us not forget, he is the only striker we’ve got in the squad right now, so he’s playing constantly,” Conte said at full-time.
“I wish I had the chance to give him some rest. He’s young, has a lot of energy, and there are moments when you need to attack the space, others when you hold up the ball. He is only 23, works hard for the team and has margin for improvement.”
Hojlund has scored 14 goals in 42 appearances across all competitions this season.
The Dane is technically on loan from Manchester United, but Napoli have an option to make his move permanent for €44m.
Q&A
Why is Rasmus Hojlund's transfer to Napoli not permanent yet?
Hojlund's transfer to Napoli is not permanent because the team has not yet secured Champions League qualification, which is a condition for the move.
What did Antonio Conte say about Rasmus Hojlund's performance?
Antonio Conte stated that Hojlund has 'margin for improvement' despite not scoring in the recent match against Bologna.
What are Napoli's chances of qualifying for the Champions League?
Napoli's chances of qualifying for the Champions League are uncertain after their recent 3-2 defeat to Bologna, leaving them with two games to secure a spot.
