Damaged player - Premier League legend blasts Manchester United star

Premier League legend Alan Shearer has criticised Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund, labelling him a "damaged player" after his struggles on the pitch.

Hojlund, who joined United from Atalanta for £73m in 2023, has found the net just three times in the Premier League this season.

Shearer expressed concerns about Hojlund's confidence and timing.

He said, "I'm looking at a damaged player in Hojlund. I think he wasn't ready and isn't ready to lead the line at a club like Manchester United."

Shearer added that Hojlund's "timing is all wrong" and that he's "perhaps a second too early or a second too late."

Despite his shortcomings, Hojlund has retained his place as United's first-choice striker under Ruben Amorim.

Shearer hinted that United might need to sign a more established No 9 to ease the burden on Hojlund.

"He's not at the stage of his career where he should be leading the line," he added.

United's struggles continued with a 1-0 loss to Wolves, leaving them 14th in the table and the sixth-lowest scorers in the division.