14-touch Man United ace struggled vs PAOK, he proved he is not ready to become Ruben Amorim’s star man

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Amad Diallo inspired Manchester United to their first Europa League win of the season.

The 22-year-old was named in the starting lineup for the first time in over a month and he grasped his opportunity with both hands.

Amad Diallo scored both of Manchester United’s goals in the 2-0 win over PAOK which handed the Red Devils a vital three points in the Europa League after three consecutive draws in the competition.

His moments of brilliance papered over the cracks of what was ultimately a fairly average performance from United.

Ruud van Nistelrooy‘s side lacked cutting-edge up front, with Rasmus Hojlund struggling to make an impact.

Ruben Amorim is set to take charge of United on Monday and the incoming head coach will not have been amazed by the Danish striker.

Rasmus Hojlund struggled vs PAOK

Hojlund had an evening to forget against PAOK with the 21-year-old struggling to get involved in the match regardless of what he tried.

Since returning to fitness, Hojlund has been United’s first-choice striker even after the £36m arrival of Joshua Zirkzee in the summer.

Van Nistelrooy believes Hojlund can be world-class and the interim United boss kept him in the starting lineup against PAOK but his performance was a stark reminder that he is still a raw talent.

Hojlund was taken off in the 90th minute, and throughout his entire performance he only made 14 touches against PAOK – the lowest of any player who started the match for either side.

He completed zero dribbles, missed one big chance and only completed four passes – an underwhelming display.

Ruben Amorim has his work cut out for him with Rasmus Hojlund

Hojlund is excited about Amorim’s arrival – as are United fans in general, especially after watching his Sporting side demolish Manchester City in the Champions League.

United fans were blown away by Viktor Gyokeres as he scored a hat-trick against City, and comparisons have been drawn between Hojlund and the Swedish star.

However, Hojlund proved vs PAOK that he is nowhere near ready to become what Viktor Gyokeres is for Amorim at Sporting.

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Hojlund and Gyokeres share plenty of similar strengths and there are clear comparisons in the way they play, but the latter is much more polished.

United must sign Gyokeres as soon as possible. Hojlund will be a star at Old Trafford but he needs an experienced partner and Gyokeres ticks every box.