Allegri demands more from Hojlund as Napoli wait for consistency
- Source
- Corriere dello SportTier 1
- By
- Davide Palliggiano
- Published
Key points
- Two spectacular long-range goals against Como and Inter, but only 15 touches in opposition box across six appearances
- Averaging 0.8 shots on target per game; Allegri wants increased 'scoring output' and more time in the penalty area
- Hojlund must improve link-up play and movement in tight spaces when facing deep defences, not just exploit space in behind
Summary
Rasmus Hojlund has made an eye-catching start at Napoli with two stunning finishes, but Allegri is demanding far more from the €50 million signing. Across six appearances and 439 minutes, the Danish striker has registered just two goals and zero assists, with a telling statistic revealing only 15 touches inside the opposition penalty area—well below what a centre-forward of his profile should achieve.
Allegri acknowledges that Napoli's attacking play must improve, but insists Hojlund must step up his consistency. The 23-year-old excels at attacking space in behind defences, but struggles when facing compact, deep-lying defences. He must now develop his movement in congested areas and link-up play to become the reliable finisher Napoli need.
Original headline
Il Napoli aspetta il vero Hojlund: c’è una cosa che Allegri pretende
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