The battle for Victor Osimhen’s signature is heating up, and Turkish media now suggests that Manchester United have moved ahead of the pack in the race to secure the Nigerian striker this summer.
Osimhen, currently on a season-long loan at Galatasaray from Napoli, has enjoyed a resurgence in Turkey, netting an impressive 28 goals in 32 appearances across all competitions. This sparkling form has reignited interest from Europe’s top clubs, with Arsenal, PSG, Chelsea, Juventus, and Barcelona all monitoring his situation closely. But reports out of Turkey particularly from Taktik Mania claim that United have submitted an official offer to Napoli and are now accelerating talks to finalise the transfer.
Victor Osimhen’s fallout with Napoli last year is no secret. Following the infamous TikTok scandal, where the club’s own social media mocked his missed penalty against Bologna, the relationship between player and club turned sour. The situation further deteriorated when he spent the early part of the season isolated from the first-team setup under new boss Antonio Conte.
In an effort to avoid stagnation, Osimhen took a bold step, joining Galatasaray on a dry loan, with the Turkish side covering his wages until June 2025 at a cost of €10 million. The move paid off tremendously, allowing him to rebuild his confidence and form in a supportive environment, while keeping himself in the spotlight of Europe’s elite.
Now 26, Osimhen is poised for a big summer move, especially with his €75 million release clause available to foreign clubs only, making him a highly accessible option in today’s inflated transfer market.
Manchester United have long been in the market for a new elite forward. With Rasmus Højlund showing promise but still maturing, the Red Devils are eager to bring in a proven goalscorer to relieve the burden on the young Dane. Ruben Amorim’s side have struggled with consistency in front of goal this season, and Osimhen’s blend of pace, power, and killer instinct inside the box could be exactly what they need.
Although Chelsea were initially reported as frontrunners with sources from FootballTransfers indicating Osimhen had his heart set on a move to Stamford Bridge the latest developments suggest that Manchester United’s proactive approach has shifted the momentum in their favour.
For Osimhen, this summer marks the beginning of a new chapter. After a fractured end to a once-promising tenure at Napoli where he helped deliver the club’s first Scudetto in over three decades he is now set for a grand move that could define his prime years.
Whether he ends up at Old Trafford, Stamford Bridge, or elsewhere, one thing is clear: Victor Osimhen is back, and he’s once again one of Europe’s most wanted men.
