Hojlund linked to Milan on loan

AC Milan are evaluating a loan for Rasmus Hojlund as Costacurta questions the Dane's fit for the club.

Milan weigh Hojlund loan despite Costacurta doubts

AC Milan are reportedly exploring a loan move for Rasmus Hojlund, according to Di Marzio, even as the striker has signaled a desire to remain with Manchester United. The move comes as Milan aim to bolster their attack without a heavy spending spree after finishing eighth in Serie A last season and as United look to fund additions such as Benjamin Sesko.

Alessandro Costacurta has expressed doubts about Hojlund and Dusan Vlahovic, saying neither is a standout center forward and both would need the team to create chances for them. He compared them with Santiago Gimenez, asserting that Gimenez is at least on par with the other options. The report also notes that Milan’s plans could be influenced by the arrival of Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeuma, which might make a stay for Hojlund more plausible.

Milan faces a delicate balancing act between ambition and practicality. The club appears to prefer a loan route to improve the attack without committing major transfer fees, a strategy that fits a season with reduced European football but carries risks if the player pool lacks a guaranteed goal threat. The debate around Hojlund also hinges on how much the team can realistically help him flourish, and whether the right service is in place to unlock his talent.

Costacurta’s remarks spotlight a broader pattern in Milan’s rebuild: short-term fixes must eventually translate into real breakthroughs. If the service and support around a young striker remain inconsistent, the project can stall. The mix of Cunha and Mbeuma could shift the dynamics, potentially easing pressure on Hojlund or tipping the balance toward a longer stay depending on how the season unfolds.

Highlights

The transfer window remains dynamic, and Milan must decide whether to gamble on potential or pursue a steadier path.