Atalanta chief Luca Percassi says they're happy seeing Rasmus Hojlund proving himself at Manchester United.

La Dea sold the Dane to United last summer.

“It is a real push to know this is the match point, even if it is a complicated match," Percassi, speaking before their Europa League win against Sturm Graz, told Sky Italia.

“We sold Hojlund for a great price and that makes us proud. We have many collaborators, some of them silent, who work well behind the scenes to find these talents. We know who we are and where we come from, that mentality will never change.

“The Italians are improving in Europe, but Serie A is improving too, as it is always a difficult and competitive league with great coaches. The Premier League is out in front when it comes to economic power, but I think Italy are right behind them in terms of being the most intriguing league in Europe."