Manchester United have held talks with the entourage of a "world-class" striker, who is now keen to seal a move to the Premier League, according to a report.
Man Utd set sights on new striker
Man United have already signed Matheus Cunha, while Brentford's Bryan Mbeumo remains of interest, but there is clearly a determination to bring in a new out-and-out centre-forward this summer, with an approach being made for Viktor Gyokeres.
That is according to Sky Sports, with United now said to be exploring the conditions of a potential deal, given that manager Ruben Amorim is a "big fan" of his former player.
Reports from elsewhere have suggested the Red Devils are preparing a bid for Gyokeres, but it remains to be seen whether the 27-year-old would be keen on a move to Old Trafford, considering European football will not be on offer next season.
The Sweden international is not the only option on the shortlist either, with Man United also holding talks with the entourage of Napoli striker Victor Osimhen, according to a report from The Boot Room.
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Amorim has identified a player he believes will transform his midfield and knows the Premier League well.
Osimhen is said to be determined to seal a move to the Premier League this summer, having rejected a move to the Saudi Pro League, and Amorim's side engaged in discussions to bring the Nigerian to Old Trafford last month.
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The centre-forward has no future with his current club, meaning he is expected to move on this summer, with Liverpool also in the race for his signature. The 26-year-old is protected by a relatively hefty £63m release clause, however, Napoli could accept an offer in excess of £50m.
"World-class" Osimhen could be real coup for Man Utd
The former Galatasaray loanee's track record speaks for itself, having scored goals wherever he's been over the past few seasons, most recently leading his side to the Turkish Super Lig title with a phenomenal return.
Season League appearances Goals
2020-21 24 10
2021-22 27 14
2022-23 32 26
2023-24 25 15
2024-25 30 26
The Lagos-born striker has been lauded as "world-class" by football writer Matt Barlow, and he picked up six goals and two assists in the Europa League last season, indicating that he has a lot left to give in Europe, so it is little wonder he turned down a move to Saudi Arabia.
Rasmus Hojlund has recently suggested he is going nowhere this summer, saying: "I have a contract until 2030, so I expect to play for Manchester United. I'm looking forward to going on a summer vacation, and then I'm fully dedicated to the project that's underway."
However, with the Dane scoring just four Premier League goals last season, it would make sense to bring in an upgrade this summer, and Osimhen has proven he could be exactly that.