Ruben Amorim praised Rasmus Hojlund’s impact in Manchester United’s 3-2 win over Bodo/Glimt on Thursday, but admitted the Dane still needs to improve his link-up play.
Despite dominating both possession and shots on goal, United made Bodo/Glimt work hard and had to go 2-1, through Hojlund. scoring twice to give Amorim the first win of his tenure at Old Trafford.
After the game, Amorim did not shy away from praising Hojlund, but warned the 21-year-old that there are still areas of his game where he needs to improve.
“I think he has to improve his connection, I think he has to improve more because sometimes he gives too many touches when he gets the ball,” Amorim said in the post-match press conference. “But he’s really important for us because when we’re on the low block, he’s the guy who holds the ball and connects for transitions. He did that very well.
“He has those characteristics. He was aggressive in the goals, he was aggressive in the area. And he is a quality player. I think he scores the most difficult goals, so he has a lot to improve. But he has done a great job.”
Hojlund then he said ON TV who was enjoying life under the new one united coach, whose training could end up getting the best of him.
“New system, new ideas and I think today we took a step in the right direction, but obviously it will take time, but it’s three points at home, which is good,” he said.
“I think the idea is getting under the skin a little bit, but it takes time because the new manager has just come in. We work hard in the training camp and we haven’t had days off. For me personally, the style I am doing very well and I am very happy that the new boss is here.
“I think we are still in the process of learning this new system and obviously there are players who have to play in different positions that they are used to and new roles for different players.”
