Latest developments
- Manchester United are prepared to sell Rasmus Hojlund.
- Ruben Amorim wants Victor Osimhen to spearhead his attack.
- Hojlund has failed to live up to the expectations at Old Trafford.
Whisper+ analysis
Authenticity (3/5): Italian outlet make bold claim
Manchester United are prepared to push Rasmus Hojlund out of the club in order to secure the services of Victor Osimhen as Ruben Amorim looks to reshape his attack.
The story comes from the Italian outlet Calciomercato, which is reasonably reliable when it comes to updates from Italian football.
Value (3/5): Osimhen for Hojlund
As per multiple reports, Osimhen's release clause at Napoli is in the region of £60million. Due to Premier League's PSR regulations, it is not going to be easy for the Red Devils to spend that much on another striker without making a sale or two. In that regard, Hojlund's permanent exit could boost their pursuit.
Suitability (4.5/5): Ideal fit for Amorim
Osimhen is an elite finisher, who combines his physicality and technical ability to frequently rattle the opposition's net. Further, his intensity out of possession would make him an ideal striker for Amorim, who wants his strikers to lead the press from the front.
Upgrade? (4.5/5): Huge improvement on Hojlund
The Dane has been a frustrating figure upfront under Amorim, managing just two Premier League goals this term. Osimhen, who has proven his mettle in France, Italy, and Turkey, is certainly going to be a huge improvement on the United head coach's current attacking options. He has 14 league goals for Galatasaray this campaign.
Logic (3.5/5): Big move
Osimhen is certainly too good for the Turkish league and it is not far fetched to assume he would relish the opportunity to return to the top level should the Mancunian giants knock on his doors in the summer.
Whisper+ verdict: 18.5/25
As much as the idea of replacing Hojlund with Osimhen is exciting for the United faithful, too many complicated pieces should be put in the right place to make this a reality.
