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Hojlund Brace Lifts Napoli and Intensifies Conte's Striker Dilemma

The in-form loanee is strengthening the case for a permanent move tied to Champions League qualification.

Overview

  • Rasmus Hojlund scored both goals in the 13th and 45th minutes as Napoli beat Cremonese 2-0 to close out 2025.
  • The 22-year-old now has nine goals in 20 appearances in all competitions for Napoli, including six in 12 in Serie A.
  • With this run, he has already surpassed last season’s Premier League goal tally for Manchester United in far fewer matches.
  • Christian Vieri praised Hojlund as “potentially one of the five best strikers in the world” and highlighted a selection call for Antonio Conte when Romelu Lukaku returns.
  • Hojlund is on a season-long loan from Manchester United, with reporting that Napoli must buy him permanently if they secure Champions League qualification.