He is not going to be playing against Crystal Palace this evening. I have my reasons and I know he has been performing well but getting to play every time has gotten into his head. So he’s staying on the bench for his own good” – This is according to the Manager of Manchester United as he keeps “‘Unbelievable’ Manchester United star on the bench against Crystal Palace.”

Manchester United forward Rasmus Højlund is set to rejoin the squad for their Premier League clash against Crystal Palace on Saturday night, according to a report from *Manchester Evening News*.

The Red Devils are eyeing their third consecutive victory this season, following an impressive 3-0 win over Southampton and a 7-0 demolition of League One’s Barnsley at Old Trafford earlier in the week.

Manager Erik ten Hag, who returns to Selhurst Park after last season’s 4-0 loss, has received a significant boost with the return of Højlund. The club’s £72 million summer signing has recovered from a hamstring injury and will be included in the matchday squad for the first time this season.

### Højlund Ready to Return

The Danish striker is expected to start on the bench. Earlier this week, it was confirmed that Højlund had rejoined first-team training after recovering from a hamstring injury he sustained during a pre-season match against Arsenal, where he also scored on his debut.

Højlund has missed all Premier League and EFL Cup matches since his injury, with Marcus Rashford and Joshua Zirkzee stepping up in his absence, delivering strong performances in the striker role.

After defeats to Brighton and Liverpool this season, Ten Hag will be relieved to have his star striker back. According to *Manchester Evening News*, Højlund is set to make his return on the bench for Saturday’s match at Selhurst Park.

Højlund joined Manchester United from Atalanta last summer in a transfer deal that could reach £72 million. Despite early struggles at Old Trafford, he finished the season as the club’s top scorer, netting 16 goals in all competitions.

Now donning the number nine jersey, Højlund is eager to make his comeback and secure his place as United’s first-choice striker in Erik ten Hag’s attacking lineup.

Højlund’s 2023/24 Premier League Stats:

– Appearances: 30

– Goals: 10

– Assists: 2

– Shots per 90: 1.58

– Key passes per 90: 1.17

– Successful take-ons per 90: 0.75