Red Devils Hold Positive Talks as Nigerian Star Demands €12 Million Annual Wage
Manchester United have taken a significant step in their pursuit of Napoli striker Victor Osimhen, holding their first official talks with the player’s representatives on Monday. Sources close to the negotiations reveal that discussions were highly productive, with Osimhen’s camp making it clear that the Nigerian international is keen on a move to the Premier League giants.
According to FootMercato, United sat down with Osimhen’s entourage to explore a potential summer transfer, with both sides leaving the meeting optimistic about a deal. The 26-year-old’s representatives reportedly outlined his financial demands, including a salary of €12 million per season—a figure that could make him one of the club’s highest earners.
The Red Devils are actively searching for a marquee striker this summer, with other names like Viktor Gyökeres, Benjamin Šeško, and Liam Delap also on their radar. However, Osimhen has emerged as a top target, and recent reports from Turkey suggest United are leading the race ahead of rivals Arsenal, Paris Saint-Germain, Juventus, and Barcelona.
Currently on a dry loan at Galatasaray, Osimhen has been in scintillating form this season, netting 33 goals across all competitions. The Turkish club is covering his wages until June but has no option to buy, meaning the striker will return to Napoli before securing a permanent exit.
Osimhen’s relationship with Napoli has been fractured since a public fallout last year, and with a €75 million release clause (valid only for foreign clubs), his departure seems inevitable. United’s strong start in negotiations could give them the edge in what promises to be one of the summer’s most high-profile transfers.
Will Old Trafford be Osimhen’s next destination? The coming weeks could provide the answer.
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