Former AC Milan and Italy head coach Arrigo Sacchi has criticised Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund for hesitating over a move to the Serie A side.
AC Milan have held talks with United to sign Hojlund on a season-long loan which includes an option to buy.
After completing their £73.7 million move for Benjamin Sesko last weekend, United are open to offloading Hojlund, who scored four goals in the Premier League last season.
However, the 22-year-old has not immediately made it clear that he is open to a return to Italy and has publicly stated that he wants to fight for his place at United.
Sacchi has questioned Hojlund’s decision and believes United’s stance over his exit should be enough to persuade him to join AC Milan before the end of the summer transfer window.
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‘We’re not talking about van Basten, nor are we talking about one of the strongest centre-forwards in Europe at the moment. He’s a decent player, nothing more,’ Sacchi told La Gazzetta dello Sport.
‘I understand the desire of the Rossoneri directors given that there is a shortage of strikers. But it has to be one that wants to come to Italy, one that doesn’t throw a tantrum.
‘I don’t understand his choice. If Milan calls you, you pack your bags and get on the first plane to Malpensa.
‘Milan, in the world of football, is a mystical name. I, along with all the players who are brought in, would take a tour of the trophy room so that we understand where we have come.
‘Of course, Manchester United is also a legendary team. But on the one hand, there is a club, Milan, which is offering you a permanent job, and on the other hand, there is a club that is doing everything to try and sell you. What would you choose?’
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