Transfer Twist: Fabrizio Romano Clears the Air on Osimhen-Man Utd Link

There’s been a lot of buzz recently about Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen supposedly having a deal in place to join Manchester United, but new updates have cleared the air. Turkish reports claimed that Osimhen had already agreed to join United in the summer of 2025, with personal terms settled and a surprisingly low transfer fee of €30–35 million due to his Napoli contract running until 2026.

Those rumors sparked excitement among some United fans, especially after claims that someone from Osimhen’s camp confirmed the move. But respected transfer insider Fabrizio Romano has now clarified the situation, saying there’s no agreement in place and no contract signed between Osimhen and Manchester United.

In fact, according to the Market Madness podcast by GiveMeSport, the club hasn’t even started formal discussions with Osimhen’s representatives.

United’s Transfer Plans Still Up in the Air

Romano also mentioned that Manchester United's transfer plans remain on pause while the club waits to find out whether they’ll qualify for European competition next season. Their position—whether it's in the Champions League or Europa League—will play a huge role in determining their budget and transfer targets this summer.

Though Osimhen is reportedly on their radar, Romano emphasized: “There’s interest in Osimhen, but no agreement, no negotiations, nothing concrete yet.”

Osimhen’s Next Move Still Uncertain

Despite the lack of movement from United, it’s still likely that Osimhen will leave this summer. The 2023 CAF Men’s Player of the Year has had a stellar season, scoring 29 goals in 34 games while on loan at Galatasaray, according to Transfermarkt. While he’s clearly built a strong connection with the club and its fans, sources suggest he’s ready for a new challenge.

Big European clubs like Chelsea, Arsenal, and Juventus are closely watching the situation as the summer window approaches, making Osimhen one of the most talked-about potential transfers of 2025.

Conflicting Reports About a Deal in England

A report based on several Turkish media outlets previously stated that Osimhen had reached personal terms with a Premier League side. Journalists like Serdar Ali Celikler, Aygun Ozipek, and Ahmet Konanc have all indicated that a move to England is on the cards.

But for now, it’s clear: while interest is growing, no deal with Manchester United has been finalized.