Manchester United are reportedly eyeing Napoli striker Victor Osimhen as a potential solution to their attacking woes in the upcoming January transfer window. According to reports from Italy, the Premier League giants are prepared to make a move for the Nigerian forward, who is currently on loan at Galatasaray.
United’s struggles in front of goal have been a recurring issue this season. While Marcus Rashford, Rasmus Højlund, and Joshua Zirkzee have all shown flashes of brilliance, consistency has eluded the trio. Rashford and Zirkzee each scored twice in a commanding 4-0 victory over Everton—a match that marked Ruben Amorim’s first home league win as United manager. However, the team failed to build on that momentum, suffering a 2-0 loss to Arsenal followed by a disappointing 3-2 defeat against Nottingham Forest. In the latter match, only Højlund and Bruno Fernandes managed to find the back of the net.
In light of these challenges, United are reportedly exploring options to strengthen their attack, with Osimhen emerging as a key target. The 25-year-old has been in scintillating form this season, recording 10 goals and 4 assists in 13 appearances across all competitions for Galatasaray. His performances have caught the attention of several European heavyweights, and his €75 million (£62 million) release clause could make him an attractive option for United.
Italian outlet *Il Mattino* claims that Manchester United are among the clubs willing to meet Osimhen’s release clause in January. However, they are expected to face stiff competition from Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain, who are also keen on securing the striker’s services. Napoli, meanwhile, are reportedly open to reinvesting any funds from a potential sale to strengthen their squad for the remainder of the season.
Despite the growing speculation, Napoli’s sporting director, Giovanni Manna, has sought to play down the rumors. Speaking to DAZN, Manna emphasized that there has been no contact regarding Osimhen’s transfer and urged the focus to remain on the team’s on-field performances. “Nobody called us,” Manna said. “Osimhen is a player owned by Napoli who is playing on loan at Galatasaray. I would say that we are talking about it too much. At the moment, there is absolutely nothing, and we are focused on the pitch.”
Additionally, skepticism has been voiced by Italian journalist Paolo del Genio, who dismissed the reports linking Osimhen to Manchester United as unfounded. He referred to the rumors as a “market lie,” suggesting there may be little substance to the claims. Nonetheless, with the January transfer window approaching, speculation surrounding Osimhen’s future is likely to persist.
