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Rasmus Hojlund says he is a work in progress that knows his worth as Manchester United\u2019s big-money summer signing eyes improvements and derby success this weekend.<\/p>\n
The Red Devils\u2019 need for a striker has been obvious for some time but eyebrows were raised when they plumped for potential over a proven talent like Harry Kane.<\/p>\n
United\u2019s belief in Hojlund saw them pay Atalanta an initial \u00a364million fee for the somewhat unproven striker, with the deal having the potential to reach up to \u00a372m.<\/p>\n
The 20-year-old\u2019s promising start suggests the club\u2019s confidence in the rough diamond was not misplaced and the Denmark striker appears comfortable with the price tag.<\/p>\n
\u201cI know my worth,\u201d Hojlund said. \u201cI know I have to perform every day because I play for Manchester United.<\/p>\n
\u201cIn the end, I am only 20 years old and I am not the finished article yet. I still have a lot to improve and I am getting there slowly.<\/p>\n
\u201cI reckon I have had a fine start to the season and now we have to keep building and the goals will come in the Premier League.\u201d<\/p>\n
Hojlund was dealing with a back issue when he arrived from Italy, delaying his debut until September.<\/p>\n
The 20-year-old has scored three in 10 appearances for United in all competitions, with the striker now looking to open his Premier League account having only scored in the Champions League to date.<\/p>\n
\u201cI play for my boyhood club,\u201d Hojlund said. \u201cI have always supported Manchester United, so I am living my dream every day.<\/p>\n
\u201cI try to show personality and want to give 110 per cent every time I play a football match, so maybe that is the reason why they are showing a special bond towards me.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cI\u2019ve tried my best every time I play, and I still need to find the rhythm.<\/p>\n
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\u201cWe have been struggling a little bit, but we are getting there now. We have had three wins in a row, so that is very positive.<\/p>\n
\u201cFor sure (I\u2019m still getting used to the Premier League). I improve every day and my team-mates are starting to see my patterns in the game as well, so it is getting better and better every day.\u201d<\/p>\n
Hojlund believes a bond is developing with homegrown star Marcus Rashford, whose debut Manchester derby day heroics he would love to replicate this weekend.<\/p>\n
The England forward scored United\u2019s winner in his first senior match against rivals City, who head to Old Trafford for Sunday\u2019s mouthwatering top-flight clash.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt would be a big experience, so I am looking forward to it,\u201d Hojlund said as United look to build on Premier League wins against Brentford and Sheffield United.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt is always special to play a rival and if we win the game, we can get closer to the top, so it would be nice.\u201d<\/p>\n
Asked for his most memorable derby match, the boyhood United fan said: \u201cThe bicycle kick from Wayne Rooney, of course! Everybody remembers that, don\u2019t they?\u201d<\/p>\n
Among the many talking points ahead of the Manchester derby is sure to be comparisons between Hojlund and City sharpshooter Erling Haaland.<\/p>\n
The young talent\u2019s profile, career trajectory and Scandinavian roots have led to numerous comparisons to the Norway striker, who United tried to sign in the past.<\/p>\n
\u201cLike I\u2019ve said many times, I don\u2019t want to be compared to him,\u201d Hojlund said.\u00a0\u201cHe is incredible and probably the best striker in the world right now.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe can keep that on the low for now, but I hope I can improve and then we will see what I am capable of.\u201d<\/p>\n
Hojlund was speaking in the bowels of Old Trafford after United defeated his hometown team and former club in a crucial Champions League clash.<\/p>\n
Erik ten Hag\u2019s men needed kick-started their Group A campaign with Tuesday\u2019s hard-fought 1-0 victory against a Copenhagen side that included Hojlund\u2019s younger brother Oscar.<\/p>\n
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Rasmus spoke alongside the 18-year-old, who came off the bench at Old Trafford hours after twin Emil helped Copenhagen Under-19s beat United in the UEFA Youth League.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt is a great feeling being on the same pitch as my brother, and not only in a normal stadium,\u201d the United frontman said.<\/p>\n
\u201cIn Denmark it is one of the most special stadiums in the world, so it is a special feeling.\u201d<\/p>\n