Manchester United has made a second offer for Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen as they seek to replace underperforming attackers Marcus Rashford and Joshua Zirkzee. The Nigeria international has emerged as a priority target for new United manager Ruben Amorim, who has left both Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho out of the team for Sunday’s Manchester derby.
Osimhen, currently on loan at Galatasaray from Napoli, has been in excellent form in Turkey, scoring 10 goals and providing five assists in 13 appearances across all competitions. However, Juventus appears to be leading the race for his signature as they look to replace Dusan Vlahovic, with sources indicating the Serie A giants could be Osimhen’s preferred destination following his previous success in Italy.
United faces competition from Premier League rivals Arsenal, with former Gunners midfielder Emmanuel Petit backing his old club to make a January move for the Nigerian. The striker’s situation is further complicated by his €75m release clause, with Napoli director Giovanni Manna recently dismissing speculation about a January move.
Paris Saint-Germain is also monitoring the situation and could move for the Nigerian if Rashford, who has emerged as a target for the French champions, joins them from United. Chelsea has also entered the race for Osimhen, with sources suggesting the London club could be a more attractive destination than United given their current trajectory.
The striker’s loan deal with Turkish league leaders Galatasaray includes a January break clause that could facilitate a mid-season move, though his next destination remains uncertain amid interest from several European giants.
