Nigerian forward Victor Osimhen is on the verge of completing a sensational move to the English Premier League, with multiple reports confirming he has agreed personal terms with Manchester United.
According to Turkish transfer insiders and corroborated by Football Italia and Africafoot, the 26-year-old Galatasaray striker has reached a five-year agreement with the Red Devils, reportedly worth €15 million per year net.
Osimhen, who has had a prolific campaign in Turkey—scoring 29 goals in 34 appearances—joined Galatasaray on loan from Napoli after a rocky spell with the Italian side. Now, it seems his next chapter lies at Old Trafford, where he could become a marquee signing under the club’s new sporting direction.
United Shake-Up to Fund Osimhen Deal
Reports suggest that Manchester United are prepared to offload several players, including Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee, to make room for Osimhen, who is expected to lead the line. Both forwards have struggled to convince critics, opening the door for a major reshuffle.
Nigerian Fans React
Nigerian journalist Ayomide Oguntimehin weighed in, telling Legit.ng:
“If reports are true, then Victor Osimhen’s move to Manchester United comes with a mixed reaction… England is more demanding than anywhere else, and I hope the Super Eagles talisman is ready for this.”
With Chelsea and Arsenal previously linked to Osimhen, United’s win in the race marks a major statement of intent. The move will see the Super Eagles star join the ranks of Nigerian greats to grace the Premier League.
