Manchester United set sights on signing Victor Osimhen with a sensational swap deal

Premier League football club giants Manchester United has expressed their interest in signing Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen with a swap deal in the next transfer window.

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Manchester United is considering a strategic move to incorporate Rasmus Hojlund in a swap deal aimed at acquiring Napoli’s standout forward, Victor Osimhen, during the summer transfer window. 

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Osimhen, currently on loan at Galatasaray, has already shown his form by netting 20 goals in 27 appearances across all competitions. He prepares to return to Napoli in the summer, the Serie A club is open to transferring him, provided that an interested team is willing to meet his €75 million release clause.

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Manchester United wants to secure Osimhen with a swap deal 

According to trusted sources line Calciomercatocom, Manchester United is considering a potential summer move for Victor Osimhen as manager Ruben Amorim aims to strengthen the team's attacking options ahead of the 2025/26 season. While the Red Devils recognize the value of Osimhen, they are reportedly hesitant to meet his release clause. Instead, they are exploring a strategic swap deal that would involve a €40 million fee along with Rasmus Hojlund.

Hojlund is currently facing a challenging tenure in his second season at Old Trafford, having found the net in just two Premier League matches, with his most recent goal occurring against Nottingham Forest on December 7. While his performance has drawn some attention and concerns at the club, there is speculation that a return to Serie A might provide him with an opportunity to regain his form and confidence.

Manchester United is set to take on Fulham in their next round of FA Cup fixture at Old Trafford. The Red Devils emerged victorious in their last Premier League fixture where the edged past Ipswich Town with a scoreline of 3-2.

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