United Make Fresh Osimhen Contact

Manchester United is looking to replace struggling forwards Marcus Rashford and Joshua Zirkzee as they make a new approach for Victor Osimhen.

Sources close to the transfer situation revealed that the Nigeria international had emerged as a top target for new United manager Ruben Amorim, who left both Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho out of his squad for Sunday’s Manchester derby.

The 25-year-old, currently on loan at Galatasaray from Napoli, has been in scintillating form in Turkey, netting 10 goals and providing five assists in 13 appearances across all competitions.

However, Juventus appear 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.

The striker’s situation is further complicated by his €75m release clause, with Napoli director Giovanni Manna recently dismissing speculation about a January move.

“I already said many times that nobody has talked to us. Victor is owned by Napoli and currently playing for Galatasaray. I think a lot has been said about this; nothing is happening,” Manna told DAZN.

Chelsea have 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.