Manchester United are poised to grant a starting opportunity to 19-year-old forward Omari Forson in their upcoming clash against Fulham, responding to the injury news concerning Rasmus Hojlund.
Hojlund’s absence, expected to last two to three weeks due to a muscle problem, disrupts his recent impressive goal-scoring streak. In preparation for this setback, United has reportedly been training with a front three comprising Forson, Marcus Rashford, and Alejandro Garnacho.
Forson, recognized as a versatile winger capable of playing on either flank or in midfield, is anticipated to fill the void left by Hojlund. Although the specific player training in Hojlund’s center-forward position is not disclosed, Rashford appears to be the leading candidate to assume the number nine role.
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With Anthony Martial recovering from groin surgery and expected to return in April, Forson emerges as a notable choice over £82 million signing Antony, who has yet to register a goal or assist in his 19 Premier League appearances this season, and 21-year-old Amad Diallo.
Forson, originally from London, joined United at the age of 16 from Tottenham Hotspur in 2019. A member of the 2022 FA Youth Cup-winning squad alongside current first-team players Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo, Forson made his Premier League debut earlier this month. He played a crucial role off the bench, contributing to Mainoo’s 97th-minute winner in a dramatic 4-3 victory against Wolves.
Despite being born and raised in London, Forson holds eligibility to represent Ghana through his parents, adding an international dimension to his potential contributions.