One Manchester United ‘cult hero’ could be seriously instrumental in luring £130m target to Old Trafford.
That target? Victor Osimhen, who was rumoured to be a Manchester United target in the summer. But he was rumoured to be a pretty penny, with Napoli holding out for €150m (£130m).
The Super Eagles forward is worth his weight in gold, however. He was phenomenal for Napoli as they won the Scudetto last season.
But amid the forward being mocked on social media by the club, there are now rumours he’ll be seeking a move away, which is the perfect time for Manchester United to pounce.
Odion Ighalo could be instrumental in securing the move
A former United ‘cult hero‘ in Odion Ighalo could play a huge factor in securing a move.
The forward is a fellow Nigerian, just like Osimhen and has previously tried to convince the forward to go to the Theatre of Dreams.
“I think it’s a good fit because he is a young boy, he runs and can score goals,” Ighalo told Sky Sports in March 2023. “Having Victor Osimhen and Rashford in the top at Manchester United will cause any defender panic because they are two fast players and they are goalscorers.
“I think he will fit in Manchester United so well. If he asked for my opinion and what should he do, I would advise him to join Man United because, for me, they are the biggest club.”
Of course, the striker did not join in the summer, but after recent events – could United go back in the race?
Ighalo will definitely be once again convincing the striker that Manchester is the correct destination. But now begs the question as to whether he’s a necessity going forward – particularly for the price tag.
Do United need Osimhen
The major Osimhen rumours came before Rasmus Hojlund entered the frame at Old Trafford.
The young Danish forward has looked impressive in his first few games, so do United really need another expensive forward?
In our opinion… yes. You look at the world’s best clubs and they constantly have players fighting for positions, United should also be striving for this.
At the price? It may be a different story, but Osimhen would be a complete game-changer.
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