Rasmus Hojlund chose Napoli over Milan after insisting on Champions League football and a guaranteed permanent transfer; punters should favour Napoli for improved attacking returns and consider bets on Hojlund as an anytime scorer or Napoli to finish above Milan, while Milan’s attacking depth looks riskier for value bets.
Rasmus Hojlund snubs Milan to join Napoli
Rasmus Hojlund could have moved to AC Milan before his transfer away from Manchester United, but the Denmark international ultimately rejected the Rossoneri in favour of Napoli because of sporting and contractual guarantees. Milan submitted a serious proposal, yet the striker judged the move did not meet his demands.
What Milan offered — and why it fell short
Milan tabled a loan proposal worth €3.5m with an option to buy set at €35m, signalling clear interest in reshaping their attack around Hojlund. Despite the financial outline, negotiations failed to gain momentum. The decisive factor was the player’s assessment: he wanted Champions League football and unequivocal assurances over a permanent transfer.
Napoli’s decisive pitch
Napoli countered with a defined technical project and firm guarantees on the buy clause, offering Hojlund the Champions League exposure and contractual certainty he demanded. Those assurances proved decisive, convincing the striker that Napoli offered the best environment for his development and international profile.
Impact on Milan and Napoli
Milan are left regretting an ambitious bid that collapsed due to the player’s conditions rather than lack of intent. For Napoli, securing Hojlund strengthens their forward options and signals upward momentum in the transfer market, with clear implications for their Serie A and European ambitions.
Betting implications and market moves
Punters should note Hojlund’s guaranteed role and Champions League platform at Napoli — this boosts his chances as an anytime scorer and increases Napoli’s appeal in top-four and goals markets. Conversely, Milan’s attack may require reinforcement, creating potential value on Napoli to finish higher or on markets reflecting Milan’s transitional uncertainty.
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