In a bold move signaling their intent for the upcoming transfer window, Manchester United is reportedly gearing up for a €110 million bid to secure the services of prolific Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen. The Premier League giants, under the new ownership of Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s INEOS Group, are keen on revitalizing their squad for the 2024/25 season.
Osimhen, currently with Napoli, has been a hot commodity in the transfer market, with United reportedly leading the race against Paris Saint-Germain, Chelsea, and Arsenal. Despite injuries and international commitments affecting his playing time in the 2023/24 season, the 25-year-old striker boasts an impressive 14-goal involvement in 16 Serie A appearances.
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The Nigerian forward’s stellar performance has not gone unnoticed, especially after guiding Napoli to their first Serie A victory in 33 years with 26 goals in 32 league games last season. His potential recruitment would be a significant boost for Manchester United, who have been in search of a prolific striker since the departure of Robin van Persie in 2015.
Osimhen’s achievements extend beyond club success; he emerged as the top scorer in Italy’s top division in the 2022/23 season, becoming the first African to achieve this feat. His contributions also earned him the Italian Footballers’ Association Serie A Player of The Year award.
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On the international stage, Osimhen played a crucial role in Nigeria’s qualification for the Africa Cup of Nations and finished as the top scorer with 10 goals. Despite a solitary goal in the competition, his impact was instrumental in Nigeria’s journey to the final, where they narrowly lost to the hosts.
In a remarkable turn of events, Osimhen made history by becoming the first Nigerian footballer to secure an eighth-place finish in the Ballon d’Or rankings. Additionally, he clinched the African Footballer of The Year award at the CAF ceremony, following in the footsteps of Nwankwo Kanu in 1999.
As Manchester United sets its sights on Osimhen, the €110 million bid showcases their commitment to securing top talent and bolstering their squad for the challenges ahead.
Source: The Punch
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