I think Hojbjerg will be quality addition in our side. He has been in premier league long enough to understand the physical demand of the league plus he looks natural leader. Also I always rated him higher than someone like soumare or denis zakaria. I think the way we are trying to play under Mourinho will suit Hojbjerg more than Soumare / Zakaria.
I’m not sure you’ve watched Zakaria much the last 12-18 months. He’s insanely good. Big and fast. Can play legit DM. Played CB in a back 3 and dominated against Bayern. Can get forward into attack as well. He’d instantly be the best passer and defender on our team.
he’s like if Sissoko could dribble, pass, shoot and had positional awareness plus being 7 years younger.
I’d gladly sell any player on our team if it got us Zakaria.
Hojbjerg will be a fine addition to our midfield, but not remotely in the same category.