Juventus want Osimhen: Manchester United detail emerges

Victor Osimhen’s future is taking shape. Napoli are not recognising the release clause for Italian clubs, Juventus are stepping back, and the star striker is now turning his focus to England after a successful spell at Galatasaray.

The final chapter of Victor Osimhen’s Napoli career is unfolding. According to Calciomercato, the Italian club has set a €75 million release clause for foreign clubs, while increasing it to €80 million for domestic buyers." This decision has weakened Juventus’ interest, and Premier League clubs are now looking to seize the opportunity.

Juventus’ move hits the Napoli wall

Juventus, who want to rebuild their attacking line for the new season, had made Osimhen a top target. According to Sky Sport Italia, the Bianconeri consider Victor Osimhen “one of the most serious targets” for their forward line. With Dušan Vlahović entering the final year of his contract and his future uncertain, the Turin side began exploring alternatives. However, Napoli’s decision to raise the price for Italian clubs has weakened Juventus’ hand.

Fabrizio Romano: “Al-Hilal were ready to trigger the release clause”

Saudi side Al-Hilal were ready to pay the €75 million release clause for Osimhen. According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, an agreement with Napoli was nearly complete, but Osimhen rejected the offer. Romano shared on platform X, “Victor Osimhen and Al-Hilal have not been in contact in the last 24 hours. The player rejected the offer.”

Romano added, “Al-Hilal were very close to the deal, but Osimhen changed his mind and wants to stay in Europe.” The proposed salary package for the player was reportedly in the range of €40–50 million per year.

European spotlight after Galatasaray performance

After early-season disagreements at Napoli led to uncertainty, Osimhen was loaned out to Galatasaray. With an impressive performance in the Süper Lig, he led the team to the championship and significantly increased his market value. Osimhen recorded 37 goals and 8 assists in 41 official matches for Galatasaray this season. Beyond his contributions to the scoreline, his relentless effort and high-tempo style were notable. Although Galatasaray would like to keep him, economic conditions make a permanent transfer difficult.

Romano: “Manchester United have not submitted an official bid, but there is interest”

The Premier League may be Osimhen’s next destination. The star striker, who has made no secret of his desire to play in England, is now strongly linked with Manchester United. However, according to Fabrizio Romano, United have yet to make an official offer to either Napoli or the player’s representatives. On his X account, Romano stated, “There has been no contact between Manchester United and Victor Osimhen… There is interest, but an official approach has not yet been registered.”

According to Romano, Manchester United want to finalise their transfer budget, wage structure, and Ruben Amorim’s priorities before making a move. The club’s failure to qualify for the Champions League and the resulting drop in income are also factors. Nevertheless, Osimhen remains one of the top candidates for the forward line in Amorim’s new structure.

Napoli want the deal done before summer ends

Under manager Antonio Conte, Napoli won the league in his first season and are now planning to strengthen the squad for the second. The transfer fee from Osimhen’s departure will be key to this transformation. The club aims to complete the deal during the summer so they can plan the new season without Osimhen.