“He really wants to come to Manchester United. He plays even better than Ødegaard. He will surely be our Bruno Fernandes replacement”- Man Utd fans think they are about to sign ‘the next Martin Odegaard’ after spotting huge social media clue on Manchester United top target this January.
Manchester United has been linked with Sverre Nypan, one of Europe’s brightest young talents, following an intriguing gesture by his Rosenborg teammates during a Secret Santa exchange. The 17-year-old Norwegian midfielder, already drawing comparisons to Arsenal’s Martin Ødegaard, received a Manchester United-themed gift, intensifying rumors of a possible transfer.
Under new manager Ruben Amorim, Manchester United is focused on rebuilding the squad while adhering to a more constrained budget than his predecessor, Erik ten Hag, enjoyed. Amorim’s approach reportedly includes a significant squad overhaul, with over half of the players potentially up for sale to generate funds for reinforcements. Despite financial limitations, the club is said to be optimistic about making calculated moves in the January transfer window, with Nypan emerging as a primary target. Reports suggest a deal could materialize for approximately £10 million.
Nypan has impressed in Norway’s Eliteserien, contributing eight goals and seven assists to help Rosenborg secure a respectable fourth-place finish. Manchester United has been monitoring the teenager for months, with discussions about his potential signing dating back to November. Speculation gained traction after a video on Rosenborg’s official YouTube channel showed Nypan enthusiastically receiving a 2025 Manchester United calendar featuring club stars like Bruno Fernandes, Marcus Rashford, and Alejandro Garnacho.
The midfielder’s admiration for Manchester United is well-documented. In a 2022 interview, he described himself as a lifelong fan of the Red Devils and expressed his admiration for Cristiano Ronaldo. While his childhood dream of playing for United may have seemed far-fetched, recent developments suggest it could become a reality.
Other top clubs, including Manchester City, Chelsea, and Paris Saint-Germain, have also reportedly expressed interest in the Norwegian starlet. Football expert Jesper Mathisen has compared Nypan’s potential to that of Ødegaard, praising his talent and exciting style of play.
Whether Nypan will follow in Ødegaard’s footsteps and make a name for himself in the Premier League remains to be seen. His clear affinity for Manchester United and the club’s pursuit of fresh talent make this a transfer saga worth watching as the January window approaches. For Nypan, a move to Old Trafford could mark the beginning of a dream realized.
