Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has reached an agreement with Manchester United over personal terms ahead of a potential summer move, according to Turkish journalist Serdar Çelikler.
“Victor Osimhen has reached an agreement with Manchester United. But there is also the club side of the matter,” Çelikler said on a podcast.
The Nigeria international, currently on loan at Turkish giants Galatasaray, has been in sensational form this season, netting 29 goals and providing six assists in 34 appearances across all competitions.
United’s immediate focus in the transfer market is reportedly recruiting a top striker given Rasmus Hojlund’s dismal form this season, with the Dane managing a meagre three Premier League goals. New head coach Ruben Amorim is understood to want the struggling forward gone in the summer.
While the personal terms have reportedly been agreed, negotiations between United and Napoli regarding the transfer fee are still ongoing. Osimhen has a release clause worth €75 million (£63m), but reports suggest the Serie A giants are prepared to offer the 20-time English league champions a discount.
Juventus are also long-term admirers of the Nigerian hitman, but the Naples outfit have no intention to sell to a direct rival, which further strengthens United’s position in the race.
United’s chances of landing the prolific striker may ultimately depend on their Europa League fate, as Osimhen reportedly wants to play Champions League football next season. The Red Devils have kept backup options like Liam Delap and Jean-Philippe Mateta ready in case the deal falls through.
While the personal terms have reportedly been agreed, negotiations between United and Napoli regarding the transfer fee are still ongoing. Osimhen has a release clause worth €75 million (£63m), but reports suggest the Serie A giants are prepared to offer the 20-time English league champions a discount.
Juventus are also long-term admirers of the Nigerian hitman, but the Naples outfit have no intention to sell to a direct rival, which further strengthens United’s position in the race.
United’s chances of landing the prolific striker may ultimately depend on their Europa League fate, as Osimhen reportedly wants to play Champions League football next season. The Red Devils have kept backup options like Liam Delap and Jean-Philippe Mateta ready in case the deal falls through.
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