Manchester United received a massive boost in their bid to sign Victor Osimhen.
An Italian report reveals that Napoli may sell the Nigerian star to the Red Devils. TEAMtalk insists he is ready for a move to Old Trafford.
Osimhen dazzled for Napoli last season, scoring 17 goals and providing 4 assists in 32 matches. On loan at Galatasaray this campaign, he netted 20 goals and added 5 assists in 27 appearances. His performance cements his reputation as one of football’s most lethal forwards.
Jose Mourinho once hailed Osimhen as a world-class striker. He carries a release clause of €75million (£62m, $78.6m) in his Napoli contract. Manchester United show little interest in paying that fee. Instead, they plan to offer Rasmus Hojlund and €40million (£33m, $41.6m).
Hojlund has netted 23 goals and provided 3 assists in 77 appearances for the Red Devils. The proposed swap deal would clear the path for a fresh attacking strategy. It fits perfectly with the coach’s plan to secure a top-quality number 9. Osimhen also attracts attention from Arsenal.
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CalcioMercato adds further weight to United’s interest. They report Napoli’s willingness to swap Hojlund for Osimhen. The Italian outlet confirms United’s desire to sacrifice a striker for the Nigerian star. This move could please Napoli. They favor Joshua Zirkzee over Hojlund because the Denmark international does not fit Amorim’s plans.
Napoli’s plans now hinge on director Giovanni Manna and head coach Antonio Conte. Manna evaluates the opportunity carefully while Conte must grant his approval. Conte’s side sit second in Serie A, trailing Inter Milan by one point. They have eyed Osimhen all season.
Meanwhile, Osimhen remains keen on a move. TEAMtalk reports that the Nigerian striker greatly appreciates Manchester United’s interest. Rudy Galetti confirms his enthusiasm for a summer transfer. Although top clubs like Paris Saint-Germain, Chelsea, and Juventus also show interest, Osimhen’s eyes stay on Old Trafford.
Transfer intrigue deepens at United with Antony and Alejandro Garnacho on the radar. Juventus pursues Antony after his impressive loan at Real Betis, where he scored 3 goals and delivered 2 assists in 7 games. Barcelona also plans a bid for Garnacho, the Argentine international winger. Former defender Mikael Silvestre praises youngster Leny Yoro. He expects Yoro to become a major force at United in the coming years. A poll even questions the worst signing of the Ten Hag era.
