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Man Utd eyeing surprise January deal for Victor Osimhen

Manchester United are considering an approach for Chelsea target Victor Osimhen when the transfer window reopens in January, according to Sacha Tavolieri.

The Nigeria international was a top target for the Blues in the last transfer window, but a deal did not materialise as he was reluctant to accept a significant pay-cut.

Osimhen ended up signing for Galatasaray on loan from Napoli, but there is a break clause that can be activated as the beginning of the New Year.

It is now reported that United are lining up an offer for the 25-year-old sensation. They see him as a potential replacement for Marcus Rashford.

Rashford has been unconvincing leading the line under new manager Ruben Amorim and he has fallen out-of-favour over the past three games.

The Englishman could be offloaded at the turn of the year and reports claim that United have already made contact with Osimhen's agent.

A deal won't be straightforward with Napoli expected to demand his €75m release clause. They are unlikely to provide any kind of discount.

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