Haaland and Rasmus Hojlund, both are over 6ft with a mop of blond hair. Both are ruthless in the final third. And, by the start of the new Premier League season, both will be playing for Manchester clubs.
On Saturday, United agreed a deal worth £72m to sign 20-year-old Rasmus Hojlund from Italian side Atalanta.
The deal in principle is worth an initial £64m with a further £8m in add-ons. Atalanta went into negotiations wanting £77m guaranteed.
As previously reported by Sky Sports News, the forward's destination of choice has been Old Trafford, so there was no concern over PSG's interest in the Denmark international.
According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the overall package will be worth around €70m (£60.1m) with add-ons, and the striker has already agreed a five-year contract with Ten Hag's side.
Personal terms were no issue, with Hojlund agreeing a five-year contract with the option of an additional 12 months.
The Premier League side were handed a boost on Saturday when Atalanta signed Almeria forward El Bilal Toure, while Hojlund was left out of the squad that played Bournemouth in a pre-season friendly.
Ten Hag's team was the lowest scoring side in the Premier League's top six last season with 58 goals and Höjlund is one of Europe's best young players albeit he is so far unproven.
Höjlund is yet to play 100 senior games in his career and last season scored nine times in 32 appearances in Serie A. He's scored 27 goals in his senior career during spells at Copenhagen, Sturm Graz and Atalanta and has six in six appearances at international level for Denmark.
What will he bring to the Premier League and United's attack, and can he really rival Haaland?
After youth spells at Boldklubben af 1893 and Brondby, Hojlund began his senior career at Copenhagen, making his debut aged 17 in 2020.
Still developing, he struggled in the Danish Superliga as a youngster, leaving in January 2022 having failed to score in his 19 league appearances - though only two of those were starts.
He joined Austrian side Sturm Graz - a move that turbocharged his career.
Across the second half of the 2021-22 season, Hojlund scored a goal every other game, netting nine times in 17 starts.
Rasmus Hojlund and United strikers compared (league games 2022-23)
Hojlund
Rashford
Martial
Games played
33
35
21
Goals
9
17
6
Assists
2
5
2
Minutes per goal
204
170
163
Total shots
44
81
19
Goal conversion
20%
21%
32%
Hojlund caught the eye with his lethal left foot and impressive footballing brain. The striker became exceptional at moving into space, timing runs to perfection to set up a wide variety of finishes.
His form led to a move south to Italian club Atalanta for a reported £15m, 10 times what Sturm Graz had paid for him in January.
That figure now looks like a bargain.
Last season he scored 20 goals in 47 appearances for the Serie A side and Denmark, whom he made his debut for in September.
In March, he struck five goals in two European Championship qualifiers for the Danes, including a hat-trick against Finland.
How does Hojlund match up against Haaland?
Haaland's goalscoring eclipsed Hojlund's last term but both are near the start of their careers (Image- BBC)
So the potential is there, but when you compare his numbers with Haaland's, Hojlund is a long way off the Norwegian.
Haaland hit 36 goals in 35 appearances for Manchester City in the league last season - a goal every 77 minutes. In Serie A, Hojlund found the net every 204 minutes.
That said, Haaland had a record-breaking season, is two years older, plays for the European champions and is further along in his career.
Hojlund has only had two full seasons as a professional. In Haaland's second season, he managed a more modest 12 goals in 25 appearances for Molde.
So while Rasmus Hojlund is not the finished article, he can be moulded and refined and may become the perfect fit for United's starting XI.
There have been glimpses of how lethal Hojlund can become - and his goal against Lazio last season was Haaland-esque. As Ademola Lookman started a counter-attack down the left wing, Hojlund sprinted from the halfway line, squeezed past two defenders and slid in to reach a cross.
With support from wingers such as Marcus Rashford, Alejandro Garnacho and Jadon Sancho, United could boast one of the fastest front threes in the Premier League.
But Rasmus Hojlund also has a delicate touch and he dribbles more than Haaland - averaging about 10 more touches per match.
In a sense, he has the qualities of a winger, but the physique of a number nine.
Atalanta manager Gian Piero Gasperini claims Hojlund can run 100m in under 11 seconds (Image- BBC)
United are in need of a centre-forward. With Anthony Martial spending much of last season sidelined through injury, Rashford has become the team's talisman.
The England striker was exceptional last term, scoring 30 goals in 56 games - one every 143 minutes. But his best position is wide on the left, cutting in on his stronger right foot.
United chose not to sign Burnley loanee Wout Weghorst on a permanent deal at the start of this transfer window.
They privately ruled out making approaches for Paris St-Germain's Kylian Mbappe and Tottenham's Harry Kane, who are both world-class frontmen.
What they will get with Rasmus Hojlund is raw potential.
But there are signs of quality, glimpses that suggest he is on the path to stardom.
Manchester United vs Chelsea FC, Premier League 2025-26 recap: United win at home 2-1 in a 10-man battle
Enjoy the highlights of the Manchester United vs Chelsea FC, English Premier League 2025/26 at the Old Trafford Stadium as United won by 2-1 in a 10-man battle.
I’m Barnali Debnath, here to provide you with all the latest updates, scores, news, and expert commentary as these two English giants face off.
Both teams are looking to make a strong impact in the league, with Manchester United keen to capitalise on home advantage while Chelsea aims to challenge fiercely for points.
Stay tuned for minute-by-minute action, tactical analysis, and post-match insights right here.
Whether you support the Red Devils or the Blues, this is your destination for comprehensive coverage of Manchester United vs Chelsea FC!
LIVE Updates
Sep 20, 2025, 4:30 PM
FINAL Score
Sep 20, 2025, 6:37 PM
Full time | Manchester United 2-1 Chelsea
United win back-to-back games at home for the first time since Amorim was appointed.
Chelsea did their best after they lost their goalkeeper in the 4th minute of the match.
United will be happy to hold onto the lead. United get the full points and moves to number 9 on the points table.
Chelsea lost a game in the Premier League for the first time this season.
⏳Full time | Manchester United 2-1 Chelsea
United win back-to-back home games for the first time since Ruben Amorim was appointed.
Two red cards, three goals, rain and lots of drama!
Bruno's free-kick had allowed De Ligt to make a cross from the left. Dorgu tried to go for a volley, but could not connect.
Sep 20, 2025, 6:10 PM
72' | Yellow card
Yellow card for George for a foul on the goalkeeper Bayindir.
Sep 20, 2025, 6:07 PM
69' | Double change for United
Mount and Yoro replaced Mbeumo and Maguire.
Sep 20, 2025, 6:07 PM
Ain't happening tonight!
Imagine Alejandro Garnacho scoring a hat-trick in the second half to complete the comeback for Chelsea vs. Manchester United. 🤯 pic.twitter.com/qlJEqqScOR
37' | CCCCCCASSSSEEEEEEMMMMIIIRRRRRROOOOOOO | MUN 2-0 CHE
Casemiro makes it 2-0 for United.
From the short corner, Reece Hames was not able to clear the ball properly, and Shaw won the header in the crowd. And Casemiro at the far post headed the ball down for the second goal.
United 2-0 Chelsea.
Sep 20, 2025, 5:07 PM
35' | Good from Fofana
Great recovery from Fofana as Jorgensen's poor pass gave Sesko an option to create another one-on-one situation.
Sep 20, 2025, 5:06 PM
35' | VAR check
A VAR check is going on as Mazaroui brought down Joao Pedro inside the box.
No penalty given.
Sep 20, 2025, 5:04 PM
33' | Chance for Amad
Mbeumo found Amad with a beautiful pass. But, he took too much time to send the ball across and it was already out before Sesko headed the ball inside.
No goal for United.
Sep 20, 2025, 5:01 PM
31' | Tough time for Chelsea
Down to 10 men, the Blues are yet to make a touch inside the United box.
A VAR check was done to check whether Bruno was offside or not. Looks like he was onside by an inch there.
Goal given.
Sep 20, 2025, 4:46 PM
14' | BBBBBBRRRRRRUUUUUNNNNOOOOOOOOO | MUN 1-0 CHE
He is the man!
United scores, Bruno scores! This is his 100th goal for United. He becomes the 19th United player to achieve the feat.
Mbeumo with the cross from close range and Dorgu's header fell inside the box. Bruno made a timed run to get to the ball and side-footed it for the goal.
Football fans in India can watch the Manchester United vs Chelsea FC match LIVE on the SonyLIV app and website. The match will also be televised on Sony Sports Network channels.
Manchester City vs Manchester United recap: Haaland's brace thrash United by 3-0 at Etihad
Erling Haaland scored a brace while Phil Foden scored his seventh Manchester derby goal to help Manchester City beat Manchester United by 3-0 at Etihad.
Hello and welcome everyone to another live blog of the Premier League 2025- 26 season.
Tonight we have one of the biggest matches of the season as Manchester City hosts their archrivals, Manchester United, at the Etihad Stadium from 9:00 PM IST.
Both football clubs from Manchester have struggled to get going this season. City, managed by Pep Guardiola, have lost two out of their three games while United, under Ruben Amorim, has lost once, won once and drawn once so far.
So with both teams looking desperate for a win, we have got a mouth-watering contest at our hands. So sit back and relax as we bring you all the live updates of the Manchester City vs Manchester United match from our web desk.
LIVE Updates
Sep 14, 2025, 3:31 PM
FINAL Score
Sep 14, 2025, 5:26 PM
Full time | Manchester City 3-0 Manchester United
Pep Guardiola's men are back to winning ways, and Premier League teams, watch out - Erling Haaland is BACK.
Brace from Haaland and a goal from Phil Foden help City thrash United in the derby by 3-0 and bag full points.
𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐈𝐒 𝐁𝐋𝐔𝐄 💙
Brace from Erling Haaland and goal from Phil Foden helped Manchester City thrash Manchester United by 3-0.
Silva finds Haaland, who released it for Reijnders. However, Reijnders took it too deep before sending it pass the goal.
Sep 14, 2025, 5:04 PM
72' | Ugarte misses the target
From the edge of the box, Ugarte takes his chance with a shot, but misses the target.
Sep 14, 2025, 5:01 PM
68' | HHHHAAAAAAAALLLLLLAAANNNNNNDDDDD | MCI 3-0 MUN
HE IS BACK! HE IS BACK! HE IS BACK!
Erling Haaland makes it 3-0 for City.
Mishap from United at the halfway mark, and Silva served it on a plate for Haaland to go one-on-one and take it deep before sending it inside the goal.
City 3-0 United.
Sep 14, 2025, 4:59 PM
🇳🇴🧘♂️ Erling Haaland (25) in competitive matches for club and country this season...
• ⚽️⚽️ vs Wolves • ❌ vs Tottenham • ⚽️ vs Brighton • ⚽️⚽️⚽️⚽️⚽️🅰️🅰️ vs Moldova • ⚽️ vs Manchester United
18' | FFFFFFFOOOOOOODEEEEEEEEENNNNNN | MCI 1-0 MUN
Phil Foden, for the seventh time in his career, scores a Manchester Derby goal for the City.
Doku kept on going deep, and his cutback from the byline found Foden at the right place to go for a strong header.
City 1-0 United.
Sep 14, 2025, 3:49 PM
16' | Amad looks for a spectacular
Doku's flying ball from the left nearly made Amad score a Cristiano-ish side flying side volley.
However, he could not connect that shot.
Sep 14, 2025, 3:48 PM
13' | Donnarumma is active
Ugarte plays a nice pass over the top of the City backline looking to pick out the run of Mazraoui but Donnarumma was alive to the danger.
Sep 14, 2025, 3:45 PM
Rest in peace, Ricky
Manchester City are devastated to learn Ricky Hatton has passed away, aged 46.
Ricky was one of City’s most loved and revered supporters, who will always be remembered for a glittering boxing career that saw him win world titles at welterweight and light-welterweight.
Haaland has looked hungry from the word go, and he nearly made the ball flick over Bayindir, who looked a bit nervous there.
Sep 14, 2025, 3:36 PM
4' | Save from Donnarurmma
Benjamin Sesko, on his first Premier League start, takes aim from 25 yards and his left-footed effort brings a save from City's debutant goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma.
Sep 14, 2025, 3:33 PM
1' | Chance for Haaland
Within the first 25 seconds of the match, Haaland makes an attempt from the close range with his left foot.
He misses the target. It was a close angle though.
Sep 14, 2025, 3:33 PM
1' | Kick-off
City start the proceedings.
Sep 14, 2025, 3:31 PM
We are ready!
The players have come out and we are ready for the kick-off.
As per the data of the Premier League, Manchester United and Manchester City have faced each other 56 times in the league so far.
United have won 26 times while City emerged victorious 20 times. 10 matches have ended in a draw.
Sep 14, 2025, 12:22 PM
How to watch the match?
Football fans in India can watch the Manchester derby LIVE on the JioHotstar app and website. The match will also be televised on Star Sports Network Channels in India.
Hello and welcome to our LIVE blog coverage of the thrilling Premier League fixture between Fulham and Manchester United tonight.
I’m Barnali Debnath, here to bring you real-time updates, detailed commentary, and all the latest news as these two teams battle it out on the pitch.
Fulham will be looking to capitalise on their home crowd support and secure valuable points, while Manchester United aims to showcase their quality and climb higher in the league standings.
Stay with us for live scores, tactical breakdowns, key moments, and post-match reactions.
Whether you’re cheering for the Cottagers or the Red Devils, you won’t want to miss a single update from this exciting encounter!
LIVE Updates
Aug 24, 2025, 3:34 PM
LIVE Score
Aug 24, 2025, 5:24 PM
Full-time | Fulham 1-1 Manchester United
Back-to-back draws for Fulham and United still look for their first win of the campaign.
⌛Full time | Fulham 1-1 Manchester United
Back-to-back draws for Fulham and United still look for their first win of the campaign.
Wilson and Robinson are in for Castagne and Sessegnon.
Aug 24, 2025, 4:47 PM
58' | YYYYYYYYYOOOOOOORRRRRRROOOOOOOO | FUL 0-1 MUN
Leni Yoro scores for Manchester United from the corner.
Oh this is an own goal from Muniz. Yoro's header was deflected into their own goal by Muiz.
Fulham 0-1 Manchester United.
Aug 24, 2025, 4:46 PM
29 - Since the start of last season, Genoa (30) are the only team in Europe's big five leagues who have failed to score a first-half goal in more games than Manchester United (29). Empty-handed. pic.twitter.com/R1d1mqvtyc
How to watch the Fulham vs Manchester United in India?
Football fans from India can watch the Fulham vs. Manchester United Premier League 2025/26 match on JioHotstar. Moreover, the match will be televised on Star Sports Television Channels in India.
Manchester United vs Arsenal Premier League 2025/26 Recap: Arsenal start with a 1-0 win; Calafiori with the goal
Get highlights of the Manchester United vs Arsenal Premier League 2025/26 match at Old Trafford Stadium as Arsenal won by 1-0, courtesy of a headed goal from Riccardo Calafiori.
Hello and welcome to the Manchester United vs Arsenal Premier League 2025/26 LIVE Blog!
Today, we bring you all the action from Old Trafford as these two English football giants clash in the season opener. Manchester United, coming off a difficult 15th-place finish last season, are eager to turn things around with a refreshed squad featuring exciting new signings.
Meanwhile, Arsenal enter the match with high hopes of ending their consecutive runner-up streak and finally capturing the Premier League title, bolstered by key additions to their lineup.
With a historic rivalry that includes 243 meetings, this fixture promises intense drama, tactical battles, and thrilling football moments.
Stay tuned here for minute-by-minute updates, live reactions, and expert analysis as both teams aim to kick off their campaigns with a memorable victory.
LIVE Updates
Aug 17, 2025, 3:33 PM
LIVE SCORE
Aug 17, 2025, 5:38 PM
Final verdict
It was a good game overall. Arsenal, just like last season, was great defensively. United looked good as well, but they could not find the net.
A mistake from Bayindir helped Arsenal get the goal, and that was the game for them.
Thank you for watching. We will see you next time. Good night.
Aug 17, 2025, 5:26 PM
Full time | United 0-1 Arsenal
Last season's runners-up Arsenal start with a win as United's tough time continued.
It was Calafiori's goal from the corner that was enough for them to seal the win.
United did well, especially Cunha and Mbeumo. Dorgu came close to scoring when he hit the post in the first half.
⏱️ Full-time | Manchester United 0-1 Arsenal
Arsenal start their campaign with an away win at Old Trafford against Manchester United.
Maybe the final chance for United as from the corner, Mbeumo's header went straight to Raya.
Aug 17, 2025, 5:23 PM
90+5' | Another appeal for penalty
United appeal for another penalty as Maguire fell down inside the box. No penalty givem
Aug 17, 2025, 5:20 PM
90+3' | Yellow card
Yellow card for Lewis-Skelly as he fouled Mbeumo.
Aug 17, 2025, 5:20 PM
90+2' | Good challenge from De Ligt
Saka went for a powerful shot from close range. But De Ligt was there to block it.
Aug 17, 2025, 5:19 PM
90' | 6 minutes added
6 minutes added to the final time.
Aug 17, 2025, 5:18 PM
89' | Appealing for a penalty
United appeals for a penalty as Saliba brought down Ugarte inside the box.
Aug 17, 2025, 5:16 PM
88' | Ugarte misses the target
Yorro to Sesko, and Sesko's back heel had given Ugarte to go for the goal. However, he was not on target.
Aug 17, 2025, 5:13 PM
85' | Yellow card
Yellow card for Gabriel for dissent and time wasting.
Aug 17, 2025, 5:13 PM
85' | Yellow card
Yellow card for Dorgu for a foul on Timber.
Aug 17, 2025, 5:11 PM
83' | Change for Arsenal
In: Merino
Out: Rice
Aug 17, 2025, 5:10 PM
82' | Rice hits the side net
Declan Rice with a free-kick from the edge of the box hits the side net after a deflection. He will not take the corner though as he has been subbed off.
Aug 17, 2025, 5:08 PM
80' | Change for United
In: Maguire
Out: Luke Shaw
Aug 17, 2025, 5:05 PM
77' | Easy for Raya
Good feet from Amad, but his shot did not have enough power to beat Raya.
Aug 17, 2025, 5:02 PM
73' | Big save from Raya
What a save from Raya!
Lovely from Cunha, who made a good run and played it out wide to Dorgu on the left. Dorgu's cross found Mbeumo inside the box, who jumped in the air to head the ball.
The ball dropped in front of Raya and was going into the goal.
However, Raya dived full streched to his left to make the save.
Aug 17, 2025, 5:00 PM
71' | Changes for Arsenal
In: Timber, Lewis-Skelly
Out: Calafiori, White
Aug 17, 2025, 4:58 PM
70' | Break
Ben White is down, injured and getting medical attention. Cunha believes he is wasting time.
Aug 17, 2025, 4:58 PM
69' | Huge chance for Mbeumo
Brilliant ball from Cunha, and he found Mbeumo with a perfect pass. Mbeumo just could not get his shot away and was blocked by Gabriel.
Seconds later, his acrobatic attempt missed the target.
Aug 17, 2025, 4:54 PM
65' | Double change for United
Image | Premier League on X
Double change from Amorim as Benjamin Sesko, who enters the fray alongside Manuel Ugarte, as Mason Mount and Casemiro make way.
Aug 17, 2025, 4:50 PM
Gyokeres tonight!
Metric
Value
Minutes played
60'
Goals
0
Assists
0
Expected assists (xA)
0.06
Distance covered
7.8 km
Shots on target
0
Shots off target
0
Shots blocked
0
Dribble attempts (successful)
1 (0)
Number of sprints
12
Top speed
31.4 km/h
Touches
21
Accurate passes
4/9 (44%)
Key passes
0
Crosses (accurate)
2 (1)
Long balls (accurate)
0 (0)
Ground duels (won)
7 (2)
Aerial duels (won)
6 (1)
Possession lost
11
Fouls
3
Was fouled
2
Offsides
1
Clearances
1
Blocked shots
0
Interceptions
0
Total tackles
0
Dribbled past
0
Aug 17, 2025, 4:48 PM
60' | Double change for Arsenal
Image | Premierleague.com
In: Madueke, Havertz
Out: Martinelli, Gyokeres
Aug 17, 2025, 4:48 PM
59' | Rice misses the target
Rice, who has been a bit quiet today, takes a chance with a long-range shot. But, he missed the target.
Aug 17, 2025, 4:46 PM
Rock at the back!
Aug 17, 2025, 4:45 PM
57' | Raya does well
Unlike his counterpart, Raya was able to punch away the incoming delivery from Bruno Fernandes from a free-kick near the left corner.
Aug 17, 2025, 4:43 PM
55' | Change for United
In: Diallo
Out: Dalot
Aug 17, 2025, 4:42 PM
Tuchel is here
The head coach of the England men's football team is here to watch the proceedings.
Aug 17, 2025, 4:40 PM
52' | Gyokeres's tough game continues
Image | premierleague.com
After a long pass, Gyokeres on the left had the chance to make a cutback and go for the goal. However, he could not control the ball and lost it against De Ligt.
Aug 17, 2025, 4:37 PM
49' | Block from Gabriel
Luke Shaw found Mount with a cutback, and Mount's left-footed volley, which was on target, was blocked by Gabriel.
Aug 17, 2025, 4:35 PM
Second half starts
No changes from either team.
Aug 17, 2025, 4:19 PM
Half-time | United 0-1 Arsenal
Arsenal head into the tunnel with a 1-0 lead. It was an extremely open first half.
Calafiori scored from a corner. Dorgu hit the post. Cunha and Mbeumo looked good so far for United.
Lots of action to come in the second half.
Stay tuned.
Aug 17, 2025, 4:17 PM
1 minute added
1 minute has been added to the first 45 minutes.
Aug 17, 2025, 4:17 PM
45' | Gyokeres has not been at his best
On his Premier League debut, the big signing of the season has not shone so far for Arsenal. He has lacked control and accuracy.
Aug 17, 2025, 4:14 PM
43' | Weak cross
Weak cross from Dorgu from the left. The cross was defended well by White.
Aug 17, 2025, 4:13 PM
42' | Yellow card
First yellow card of the day. Calafiori gets the yellow card for holding down Mbeumo.
Aug 17, 2025, 4:11 PM
Cunha has been everywhere
Image - manchester united on X
Aug 17, 2025, 4:10 PM
38' | Another chance for Cunha
Cunha has been a threat to Arsenal in the last few minutes. He has been sharp, quick and making moves.
His attempted cross from the left, close range, was deflected away by Raya. No United player was there to take the advantage though.
Aug 17, 2025, 4:07 PM
The battle of midfield!
Image | premierleague.com
Aug 17, 2025, 4:04 PM
33' | Huge chance for Cunha
Great run from Cunha as United looked to attack with a counterattack. But Cunha could not finish well as he shot directly at Raya, timidly.
Aug 17, 2025, 4:03 PM
32' | Chance for Martinelli
Martinelli went for a bicycle kick inside the box but could not connect the shot.
Aug 17, 2025, 4:02 PM
30' | Dorgu hits the post
Great start from the youngster. On the left, he made a good run, made a cut to his right and then went for a powerful shot. He hit the far post, missing the goal by an inch.
Aug 17, 2025, 3:58 PM
26' | Weak shot from Martinelli
Martinelli's weak right footed shot from close range was grabbed easily by Bayindir.
Aug 17, 2025, 3:56 PM
25' | Corner for United
Casemiro won the ball back in their half and then sent a good long ball for Mbeumo. Mbeumo's shot was deflected for a corner by Gabriel.
Aug 17, 2025, 3:55 PM
23' | United appealing for a penalty
David Raya made a huge mistake in the goal, and as Cunha went for the goal, Raya pushed him to win the ball back.
However, the referee did not feel it was good enough for a penalty.
Aug 17, 2025, 3:51 PM
3 - Three of Arsenal's last four Premier League goals against Manchester United have been scored from corners, with three different defenders netting those (Timber, Saliba & Calafiori). Strategic. pic.twitter.com/NjduD0wj9t
A long ball from the middle was falling dangerously for Bruno Fernandes. Zubimendi came running in for the ball and fouled Bruno.
Free kick from the edge of the box for United.
Aug 17, 2025, 3:46 PM
13' | GGGGGGGGOOOOOOOAAAAALLLLLLL | MUN 0-1 ARS
Arsenal scores from the corner.
Calafiori headed the ball inside the goal as Bayindir could not save the corner from Declan Rice cleanly, and Calafiori just headed the ball for the first goal.
Manchester United 0-1 Arsenal.
Aug 17, 2025, 3:44 PM
11' | De Ligt does well
Odegaard was looking to send a cross from close range on the left. However, his attempt has been blocked by De Ligt, and it goes for a corner.
Aug 17, 2025, 3:41 PM
Meantime, if you follow Indian football!
𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐆𝐆𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐑𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐒 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝐁𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐋 ❤️💛
East Bengal beat Mohun Bagan by 2-1 in the Kolkata derby to reach the semi-finals of the Durand Cup 2025.
This will be the 243rd meeting between the two clubs, with Manchester United leading with 99 wins compared to Arsenal’s 89 victories. Recent Premier League clashes have favoured Arsenal, who won 3 of the last 5 matches, including a 2-0 victory in December 2024.
Aug 17, 2025, 12:20 PM
How to watch the match?
Football fans from India can watch the Manchester United vs Arsenal match LIVE on JioHotstar and Star Sports TV Channels in India.
Whenever a new transfer window arrives, with more money coming into the game, we see more spending and expensive buys from clubs around the world. However, along with experienced and proven footballers, football clubs always tend to buy new, exciting teenage footballers, even before they become stars.
Today, in this article, we will list the 20 most expensive teenagers in football transfer history.
20 Most expensive teenagers in football transfer history
Please note that the fee is based on Transfermarkt's data and is accurate as of August 7, 2025.
20. Javier Saviola – River Plate to FC Barcelona – 2001 – €35.90m (Age 19)
Image | FC Barcelona
Javier Saviola's transfer to FC Barcelona from River Plate was the record fee for any teenager till it was later broken by Wayne Rooney. After scoring 24 goals in 41 matches, besides his 11 assists for River Plate, while winning the Argentine league in consecutive years, Saviola became the star FC Barcelona were looking for.
However, the transfer did not work that well for both him and the club as he was loaned out many times and went to play for Real Madrid in future as well.Saviola was recently the assistant manager of the Barcelona U19 team as well.
19. Josko Gvardiol – Dinamo Zagreb to RB Leipzig – 2021 – €36.8m (Age 19)
Image | transfermarkt.com
A Croatian defensive prodigy, Gvardiol impressed with his versatility and speed by playing as a ball-playing centre-back and left-back. His performances for Dinamo Zagreb and Croatia’s national team stirred RB Leipzig to break their transfer record.
Along with skill, Josko Gvardiol's physical strength and tactical intelligence made Leipzig pay €36.8m for the defender in 2021.
Two years later, Leipzig sold Gavrdiol to Manchester City for a whopping €90.00m.
18. Wayne Rooney – Everton to Manchester United – 2004 – €37m (Age 18)
Rooney with the fan who wanted United to buy him. Image | manchesterunited.com
One of England’sgreatest ever talents, Rooney was signed for a then-record fee for a teenager. His all-around attacking prowess, vision, and finishing skill justified the huge investment.
In the 2003/04 season for Everton, Rooney had already scored nine goals in the Premier League as a teenager, which made Sir Alex Ferguson sign the youngster for a record €37m.
Rooney became Manchester United’s all-time leading scorer with 253 goals in 559 official games, winning five Premier League titles and a Champions League trophy.
17. Luke Shaw – Southampton to Manchester United – 2014/15 – €37.5m (Age 18)
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A highly rated left-back, Shaw was signed for his blend of strong defensive skills and speed. He was seen as the next big defender from England after John Terry, as he had done quite well at Southampton and England U-21s then.
Luke Shaw was bought by Manchester United in 2014 with a transfer fee of €37.5 million, making him one of the most expensive teenage footballers ever.
Despite serious injury setbacks, he has developed into a dependable member of United’s backline since then and continues to be a member of Ruben Amorim's team.
16. Yankuba Minteh – Newcastle United to Brighton – 2024 – €38.8m (Age 19)
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A direct, pacey Gambian forward, Yankuba Minteh, earned his big move as Brighton always invests in young, aggressive talents to shape their Premier League competitiveness and future development.
Newcastle United were the first to sign him, but sent him on loan to Feyenoord, where he scored 11 goals and had five assists. Brighton then signed him permanently in the 2024/25 season, for €38.8m, making him one of the most expensive teenagers in football transfer history.
Last season, he had 12 goal contributions for Brighton in the Premier League.
Dejan after signing for Juventus. Image | Juventus
Dejan Kulusevski, the Swedish winger, scored 10 goals and assisted 9 times in Serie A in the 2019-20 season, leading Juventus to pay a premium to have him in the Winter transfer window.
Although he was brought to Turin with a €39m transfer fee from Atalanta BC, he was soon loaned out to Parma and Tottenham Hotspur. In 2023, he was eventually bought by Spurs with a transfer fee of €30.00 million.
14. Fabio Silva – Porto to Wolves – 2020/21 – €40m (Age 18)
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Portuguese striker Fabio Silva came with impressive youth goal-scoring records for FC Porto U19 and the FC Porto team from the 2018-2020 season. Seeing his talent, Wolves paid a significant fee of €40m, hoping that his technical finishing and physicality would translate well into Premier League success.
However, he was soon loaned to various clubs. Last season, he joined the team after spending a season at UD Las Palmas on loan.
13. Vitor Roque – Athletico Paranaense to FC Barcelona – 2024 – €40m (Age 19)
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Barcelona acquired Roque to bolster their attack during a rebuilding phase. Known for his goal instinct, technical skill, and agile movement, Roque had scored 21 goals in 45 games for the Brazilian club Paranaense to attract a €40m bid from the Catalan club.
However, after only 2 goals in 16 games for the Spanish, he was sent back on loan to Real Betis and eventually signed for Palmeiras last season.
12. Archie Gray – Leeds United to Tottenham Hotspur – 2024 – €41.25m (Age 19)
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A promising English defensive midfielder, Archie Gray, made a high-profile resume after winning the U21 Euros and doing well for Leeds United.
This helped Tottenham sign him for €41.25m in 2024 as they continued to focus on developing young home-grown talent.
Archie played 28 Premier League and 11 Europa League games for Spurs in his first season at the club.
11. Jorrel Hato – Ajax to Chelsea – 2025 – €44.18m (Age 19)
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Dutch defender Jorrel Hato, who came through Ajax’s ranks, secured a big move to Chelsea. With Enzo Maresca and Chelsea’s long-term strategic vision for rebuilding their defence, Hato was supposed to be the next big thing for the Blues.
The left-back has a knack for scoring and contributing to goals as well. He had eight goal contributions in the 2024/25 Eredivisie for Ajax.
10. Franco Mastantuono – River Plate to Real Madrid - 2025 - €45m (Age 18)
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With a €45 million coming on 14th August 2025, Argentine U21 star Franco Mastantuono is all set to be the most expensive teenager in the football transfer window of the 2025/26 season.
The right-winger had a successful 2024/25 season with River Plate, scoring seven times in 22 games along with four assists, which led him to make his senior debut for Argentina as well.
9. Vinicius Jr. – Flamengo to Real Madrid – 2018 – €45m (Age 18)
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Real Madrid and Brazilian youngsters have always been a love affair made in heaven. After scoring 10 goals and assisting four times in 32 goals for Flamengo in the 2017-18 season, Vinicius Jr.’s electrifying pace, dribbling, and flair made him a valued acquisition for Real Madrid.
Vinicius was brought to Real Madrid for €45m, which made him one of the most expensive teenagers in world football of the last decade.
Despite a slow start, he developed into a key player, helping Madrid win three La Liga titles and two UEFA Champions League trophies.
8. Rodrygo – Santos to Real Madrid – 2019 – €45m (Age 18)
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As I was saying, Real Madrid and Brazilian teenage stars stand in a love affair made in heaven.
Following Vinicius Jr., Rodrygo was signed to strengthen Real Madrid’s attack with a versatile winger capable of playing across the frontline. Rodrygo had already done well for Santos in the previous season, which caught the eyes of Los Blancos, and soon he was signed for €45m
Since then, he has won three La Liga titles and two Champions League titles with the club, while scoring 68 crucial goals and providing 51 assists.
7. Endrick – Palmeiras to Real Madrid – 2024 – €47.5m (Age 18)
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Now it would be boring for you if I repeated the same thing. Butwhat can I do if we have three back-to-back, same transfer patterns on our list of the most expensive teenagers in football transfer history?
Hailed as one of Brazil’s brightest prospects, Endrick’s prolific youth scoring and sharp finishing caught the eye of Real Madrid.
Endrick was brought to Bernabeu by Carlo Ancelotti after he helped Palmeiras win the Brazilian league in successive previous seasons.
6. Anthony Martial – Monaco to Manchester United – 2015 – €60m (Age 19)
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Martial’s dazzling speed, dribbling, and flair from France made Manchester United break their teenage transfer record. After a great season with AS Monaco, where he scored 12 goals and provided five assists, United broke every record to bring him to Old Trafford.
He had an immediate impact with 17 Premier League goals in his debut season, though injuries and form fluctuations have tempered his career since.
5. Leny Yoro – Lille to Manchester United – 2024 – €62m (Age 18)
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Manchester United invested heavily in Leny Yoro’s defensive attributes, physicality, and maturity beyond his years.Yoro was signed by United under Erik ten Hag for €62m, a record transfer fee for a teenage defender.
He still continues to be one of the pillars of the United defence under new boss Ruben Amorim.
4. Romeo Lavia – Southampton to Chelsea – 2023 – €62.1m (Age 19)
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Belgian midfielder Romeo Lavia’s combination of technical skill, tactical intelligence, and defensive contributions enticed Chelsea to pay a club-record fee of €62.1m for a teenager.
Lavia was first discovered by Manchester City, where he flourished for the Manchester City U-21 and U-23 teams. Then, he did well for Southampton to be able to attract a large bid from Chelsea.
3. Matthijs de Ligt – Ajax to Juventus – 2019 – €85.5m (Age 19)
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Matthijs De Ligt captained a young Ajax side to the 2018/19 Champions League semifinals and even scored a decisive goal for them in the quarter-finals. Juventus rewarded him with one of the highest fees ever for a teenage defender when he was bought for a record fee for a teenage defender, €85.5m.
After spending seasons with Juventus and FC Bayern Munich, the defender signed for Manchester United in 2024, under former Ajax boss Erik ten Hag.
2. Joao Felix – Benfica to Atletico Madrid – 2019 – €127.2m (Age 19)
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Touted as a generational talent, Joao Felix was signed as a creative attacking replacement for Antoine Griezmann by Atletico Madrid in 2019 for a club record €127.2 million.
Felix had scored 20 goals in 43 games for Benfica, along with 11 assists, before joining the Spanish club. However, he could not justify the price tag and soon found himself playing for different clubs.
At 25, he has now signed for Saudi Pro League club Al-Nassr FC.
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