Latest developments
- Manchester United have been offered the chance to sign Victor Osimhen.
- The Red Devils could get their man in January if they meet Napoli's demands.
- The Italian side are open to a swap deal.
Whisper+ analysis
Authenticity (2.5/5): Chief correspondent makes bold claim
Manchester United have been approached by intermediaries, who have offered them the chance to sign Victor Osimhen from Napoli. The Nigerian striker is currently on loan at Galatasaray, but he could be allowed to switch clubs in January.
The story comes from TBR Football‘s chief correspondent Graeme Bailey, who has shed light on Napoli's plans heading into the winter transfer window.
Value (3/5): Napoli ready to accept a player in exchange
The 25-year-old is reported to be valued at £60 million by Napoli, however, it is claimed United are not in a position to do a straight swap deal. Accordingly, the Naples based outfit would consider taking a player in exchange for him. They are interested in Rasmus Hojlund, Joshua Zirkzee, and Marcus Rashford.
All three attackers have been underwhelming so far this season as such United can do a lot worse than swapping one of them for Osimhen without spending any fee. However, it remains unclear if Napoli want a straight swap deal or a player plus cash.`
Suitability (3.5/5): Pressing machine who can score
An ideal striker in Ruben Amorim's 3-4-3 system not only shoulders the goalscoring responsibility but is also expected to lead the side's pressing. In that regard, Osimhen could be perfect for the Portuguese, owing to his intense style of play, with and without the ball.
Upgrade? (4/5): Proven goalscorer
Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkze are clearly still too inexperienced to lead United's attack. The Galatasaray superstar, who has 12 goals in 15 appearances across all competitions, has shown both in Turkey and Italy that he can be his side's talisman.
Logic (3/5): Unlikely to stay at Galatasaray for too long
Osimhen has been an absolute sensation for Galatasaray and fans in Istanbul adore him. However, he is a big fish in a small pond, and sooner rather than later, he is likely to be lured by a top European side. United could certainly prove to be a perfect challenge for him.
Whisper+ verdict: 16/25
Man Utd would certainly be a better side with Osimhen in their lineup, but it is tough to see the striker move in January, especially since the Red Devils are reluctant to pay his price-tag. Despite Napoli's willingness to accept a player in exchange, it is never easy to find an agreement on a swap deal involving high-profile stars.
