The latest Man Utd transfer news - Manchester United wants to sign Victor Osimhen. As per reports, Victor Osimhen to Man Utd deal might happen in January.
Victor Osimhen is one of the best strikers in football today. He scored 76 goals in 133 games for Napoli. However, his relationship with Napoli broke down, leading to his loan move to Galatasaray.
At Galatasaray, Osimhen has impressed. He scored 12 goals in 15 appearances. Despite this, Napoli might recall him in January and sell him.
Man Utd transfer news - Manchester United wants to sign Victor Osimhen
The latest Man Utd transfer news and reports (via TBR Football) claim that Manchester United are one of the clubs interested in Osimhen. The club's recruitment team, led by Omar Berrada and Jason Wilcox, are reportedly assessing the situation.
Osimhen's availability has attracted interest from several Premier League clubs. However, his price tag of £60 million is a problem for United. Financial rules from both the Premier League and UEFA limit the club's spending.
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United’s wage bill is another issue. Rasmus Hojlund, Joshua Zirkzee, and Marcus Rashford together earn over £500,000 a week. Adding Osimhen's salary could strain the budget. But, yes Victor Osimhen to Man Utd deal can happen as there is also a solution available for the Red Devils.
Manchester United offer Rashford in a swap deal to sign Victor Osimhen
A swap deal might solve this problem. Reports suggest Napoli are interested in signing one of United’s forwards. They could target Hojlund, Zirkzee, or Rashford for a deal.
Hojlund joined United after excelling at Atalanta. Zirkzee was Serie A's Young Player of the Season last year after scoring 12 goals. Rashford is one of United's key players.
However, none of these players are likely to leave in January. Hojlund is United’s main striker, and Zirkzee only joined in the summer. Rashford was a crucial part of the team’s plans. But, he wants to leave now. So, he could join Napoli as a part of the Victor Osimhen to Man United deal.