Italian Serie A champions Napoli are willing to accept €39 million plus Rasmus Hojlund from Manchester United for the signing of Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen, Soccernet.ng reports.
The Red Devils need to bolster their squad after a disastrous campaign that saw them miss out on silverware and finish 15th in the Premier League.
Super Eagles striker is one of the players that have been linked with a transfer to Old Trafford in the last two years. The talks have even intensified since coach Ruben Amorim took over at the club last year.
However, the transfer is a bit complicated due to the money involved. Napoli have slapped a €70 million fee on the prolific 26-year-old Nigerian, and Osimhen is unwilling to reduce his bumper €12 million salary.
Due to their lack of success on the pitch, Manchester United have taken a big hit on their finances and do not have the money to throw around anymore. Hence, they are looking for ways to pay less for Osimhen.
In a new development per Fanatik, Manchester United have sent their transfer planning manager Matt Hargreaves to Napoli. Their plan is to offer Napoli €39 million and Hojlund in exchange for Osimhen. And this is an offer that the Partenopeans are open to
Hojlund joined the Red Devils from Atalanta for €77.8 million, but he has been disappointing in his two seasons at the club, and that has seen his value decline to €45 million.
Manchester are open to letting go of a lot of their players this summer to make space for the players that will fit into Amorim's setup. And Hojlund is one of them.
Galatasaray twist: Can Manchester United pry Victor Osimhen away from Napoli
Victor Osimhen has spent this season on loan at Galatasaray, and he has been a standout performer, contributing 36 goals and eight assists in 40 appearances across all competitions.
Due to his impressive performances, Galatasaray have shown interest in making his deal permanent. The club have been quite intentional, as they have been treating the former Lille man like a king.
The fans have also been showering him a lot of love and gifts in a bid to convince him to stay. This is new territory for Osimhen, as he has always had the ambition of playing in the Premier League.
Galatasaray have even confirmed that they are willing to match whatever any big club in Euope pays him. Hence, if Manchester United really want Osimhen, they may have to put up a convincing offer.
Osimhen has a big summer ahead. And his decision could make or mar his legacy at club level.
