Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationGiveMeSportUnverified source· 12 Aug 2026
McCarthy reveals three strikers United snubbed before Hojlund
Former coach Benni McCarthy lifts the lid on the striker shortlist that ended with Rasmus Hojlund.


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Four strikers
What happened. Benni McCarthy revealed that Manchester United had four strikers on their shortlist in summer 2023 before signing Rasmus Hojlund, and named three they rejected.
- McCarthy disclosed the names of three rejected strikers.
- United ultimately settled on Hojlund from the shortlist.
- The revelation comes from the former United coach.
The insight offers a behind-the-scenes look at United's 2023 striker search.
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