Man United issues transfer warning to Victor Osimhen after £25m decision is made.
Here’s the latest Manchester United transfer news and rumors as we bring you the freshest stories from Old Trafford.
As the season nears its end, focus is starting to shift toward the summer transfer window, with Manchester United and their Premier League rivals preparing for a busy period ahead.
For Ruben Amorim, it looks like the summer will kick off a squad overhaul as he looks to reshape the team in his image. However, the United boss has already made it clear that sales will be necessary to fund any major signings, keeping the Premier League’s Profitability and Sustainability Rules (PSRs) in mind. Despite this, United continue to be linked with various players, with the current international break bringing an uptick in transfer rumors.
One key area for strengthening is the forward position, and fresh reports are emerging around the future of striker Victor Osimhen, a player heavily linked with United.
Here’s a rundown of the latest updates:
Victor Osimhen Warning
Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has warned clubs that striker Victor Osimhen will be sold to the highest bidder in the summer transfer window, according to reports from Hulk Predict. United are among the teams showing interest in the Nigerian forward, and it’s been reported that De Laurentiis has already approached top agents to facilitate a resolution regarding Osimhen’s future.
Osimhen has a release clause of €75 million (£62.7 million) for clubs outside of Italy, and he’s been in fantastic form, scoring 20 goals during his loan spell at Galatasaray in Turkey. According to MEN Sport, United will likely face stiff competition for Osimhen if they follow up on their reported interest. Given Napoli’s desire to maximize his value, it might not be a straightforward deal to secure.
It could also mean that United will need to sell players first to finance a move for the striker, which might put them behind other clubs in the transfer race.
Jadon Sancho Decision
Chelsea are reportedly set to sign Jadon Sancho permanently from Manchester United this summer once his loan deal expires. Despite a strong start to his loan at Stamford Bridge, Sancho has struggled to make a significant impact recently, leading to speculation about a £5 million get-out clause in the loan agreement. This clause is part of a £25 million obligation to buy at the end of the season.
Sky Sports reports that Chelsea are still planning to finalize the move in the summer. However, other reports suggest Chelsea might then look to offload Sancho themselves after the deal is done.
According to MEN Sport, this situation could be a win-win for United. The club is set to receive £25 million for Sancho in the summer, or alternatively, the £5 million penalty payment, giving them the chance to sell him themselves for a potential extra profit. With Sancho seemingly not in United’s plans going forward, it would be best for all parties if he moves on as quickly as possible. If the Chelsea deal goes through as expected, it could make that process smoother.
