FABRIZIO ROMANO confirms that Manchester United are ready to complete the deal of two world class players to help Rúben Amorim do something good this season
Manchester United is reportedly setting its sights on Napoli striker Victor Osimhen ahead of the January transfer window, according to sources from Italy. The Red Devils are in dire need of reinforcements up front, as their current forwards—Marcus Rashford, Rasmus Højlund, and Joshua Zirkzee—have struggled to deliver consistent results this season.
Despite a promising 4-0 victory over Everton, where Rashford and Zirkzee each scored twice to give manager Ruben Amorim his first home league win, Manchester United’s form has been inconsistent. They subsequently suffered a 2-0 defeat to Arsenal and a 3-2 loss against Nottingham Forest, with Højlund and Bruno Fernandes managing to find the net in the latter game.
Victor Osimhen has emerged as a potential solution to the team’s attacking woes. The Nigerian forward, currently on loan at Galatasaray from Napoli, has been in remarkable form, registering 10 goals and 4 assists in 13 appearances across all competitions. Reports from Il Mattino suggest that United may be ready to activate the €75 million (£62 million) release clause in Osimhen’s contract this January. However, they face stiff competition from Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain, who are also eyeing the striker. Napoli, meanwhile, appears willing to reinvest any proceeds from his transfer to strengthen their squad for the remainder of the campaign.
Napoli’s sporting director, Giovanni Manna, has attempted to quash the growing rumors. Speaking to DAZN, Manna stated that no club has approached them regarding Osimhen, emphasizing that the player remains under Napoli’s ownership despite his loan to Galatasaray. He urged a focus on football rather than speculation, dismissing the ongoing discussions as premature.
Meanwhile, skepticism continues to surround the reports linking Osimhen with a move to Old Trafford. Italian journalist Paolo del Genio dismissed the rumors as unfounded, describing them as a “market lie” with no realistic basis. He suggested that there is currently no possibility of negotiations between Manchester United and Napoli for the prolific striker.
As January approaches, the uncertainty surrounding United’s transfer plans remains high. With mounting pressure to improve results under Ruben Amorim, securing a reliable goalscorer could be crucial for the remainder of the season. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see if the club makes a decisive move for Osimhen or explores other options to address their offensive challenges.
