After Manchester United’s 5-1 thumping of Konyaspor in the Turkish Cup semi-final, Victor Osimhen’s soaring header sent the team’s supporters into a frenzy, and they are demanding that the Super Eagles striker lead their attack the following season.
By scoring his 30th goal of an outstanding season, the 26-year-old Nigerian, who was on loan from Napoli, guaranteed Galatasaray a spot in the final and rekindled calls for a big move to Old Trafford.
The goal has emerged as the focal point of United supporters’ efforts to sign Osimhen, a stunning demonstration of agility and predatory instinct.
After the game, social media erupted as fans flooded sites like X with passionate appeals: “Osimhen hustles like a mad man—Omo bring please!” one fan said.
Someone else exclaimed, “@ManUtd, bring Osimhen now!” “You can’t tell such a guy our goal is top four,” a third person joked. He will lead us to victory!
Frustration at United’s current attacking performance, especially Rasmus Hojlund’s meager eight goals this season across all competitions, is emphasized by the fervor.
Osimhen’s performance in Turkey has only fueled more rumors of a transfer.
The Nigerian is Manchester United’s “number one striking target” for the summer transfer season, according to The Newsline.
According to Italy’s Football Italia, United has out maneuvered rivals Juventus and Chelsea by reaching a personal “agreement in principle” with Osimhen’s entourage.
“There is nothing agreed with any club at the moment,” transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano said, tempering expectations. He added that United’s pursuit is contingent upon qualifying for the Champions League.
In the meantime, the financial barrier is still substantial. For non-Italian clubs, Osimhen’s Napoli contract has a €75 million (£64.2 million) release clause, which United is apparently trying to reduce down to £40 million.
The transfer may need to be funded through player sales due to INEOS’s emphasis on Financial Fair Play compliance, which could be made more difficult by Hojlund’s declining market value following a patchy campaign.
Osimhen’s unrelenting pushing and aerial supremacy provide a significant improvement, making him an alluring option.
The Red Devils have a pivotal moment as the summer transfer window draws near: either satisfy Napoli’s demands and sign a proven goal scorer, or face the wrath of a fan base enthralled by Osimhen’s flare and appetite.
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