Latest Developments
- Leeds are considering a summer move for the misfiring forward
- The Yorkshire club are in line to get promoted to the Premier League.
- Hojlund has failed to live up to the standards at Old Trafford.
Whisper+ Analysis
Authenticity (3/5): Surprising but plausible
Leeds United have a real chance of landing the Dane, given they are in line to secure Premier League promotion.
While the prospect seems ambitious, reports relayed by GiveMeSport (via On The Minute) confirm Leeds’ interest, although no other sources back the substantiality of the links.
Value (4/5): Gambling on a struggling star
Hojlund arrived at Old Trafford from Atalanta for £72m, but Leeds hope to secure him for £40m – an enticing prospect given his potential.
Suitability (4/5): Leeds’ high-energy setup suits Dane
Daniel Farke’s aggressive and energetic style of play would suit Hojlund as the main centre-forward. His work rate aligns with the coach’s intent to utilise a pure number nine.
Upgrade (4/5): Target man
Although Joel Piroe has netted 14 times in 32 appearances, the Whites’ frontline needs another centre-forward who can help elevate their dominant style of play and give much-needed competition in that position.
Logic (3/5): Ambitious yet calculated
Leaving Manchester United might not be the worst of outcomes for Hojlund, who has failed to fire all his cylinders. A switch might raise eyebrows, but if Leeds are promoted, the offer of being their focal point could tempt the Dane.
Whisper+ Verdict: 18/25
Leeds’ reported pursuit of Hojlund may sound audacious at first, especially as they are ‘Roses derby' rivals with the Red Devils, but the logic behind it holds firm.
With United’s financial constraints and Leeds’ promotion ambitions, this shock transfer has the potential to become one of the stories of the summer.
