Manchester United are reportedly interested in signing Napoli striker Victor Osimhen at the end of the season but face competition from PSG.
According to a report from Fichajes, Manchester United are keen on signing Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen. But the Red Devils will face competition from Paris Saint-Germain in the race to sign him from Serie A giants Napoli..
Both European giants are keen on improving their attacking department. And they have identified the 24-year-old Napoli striker as a potential target. Apparently, the Serie A outfit will demand a fee of around €100 million for the player. And it remains to be seen whether Manchester United and PSG are prepared to shell out the reported asking price.
Osimhen has been one of the best attackers around Europe this season, scoring 15 goals across all competitions. Napoli are currently at the top of the Serie A table, and the 24-year-old attacker is one of the main reasons why they are leading the chase for the Scudetto.
He has the potential to develop into a world-class attacker, and Manchester United could certainly use someone like him. Erik ten Hag needs to add more goals to his side, especially after the departure of Cristiano Ronaldo. And Osimhen could form a lethal partnership alongside Marcus Rashford next season.
Similarly, Paris Saint-Germain could lose Kylian Mbappe at the end of the season. And they will have to replace him adequately. Both PSG and Manchester United have the financial muscle to pay €100 million for the talented young striker. And it remains to be seen where the 24-year-old ends up eventually.
Erik ten Hag has a proven track record of improving talented young players, and he could help the Nigerian fulfil his massive potential at Old Trafford. The opportunity to move to the Premier League can be an attractive proposition for most players. And Osimhen could have his head turned by the interest from the Premier League giants if a concrete offer is presented at the end of the season.
Osimhen’s signing will allow Manchester United to use Marcus Rashford in his natural role as well. The England international thrives as the left-sided forward as opposed to the number nine. The move would improve the Red Devils as a squad. But the competition from PSG complicates matters for Manchester United.
