Manchester United’s Pursuit of Victor Osimhen Faces Uncertainty Due to Rasmus Hojlund’s Situation
Manchester United’s plans to sign Napoli star Victor Osimhen this summer could be in serious jeopardy, and the reason might surprise fans—it’s all because of Rasmus Hojlund. Despite a disappointing debut season at Old Trafford, where the Danish striker endured a prolonged goal drought, reports suggest he is now more likely to stay than leave.
This presents a problem for United, who had reportedly considered offloading Hojlund to generate funds for a move for Osimhen. However, with Hojlund’s future looking increasingly tied to the club, United’s transfer strategy may need a major overhaul.
Hojlund’s €75 million move from Atalanta in 2023 has yet to deliver the expected returns. While he eventually broke his goal drought, his overall performance has fallen short of what United requires from their leading striker. This has led to speculation about his potential exit, with clubs reportedly monitoring his situation.
However, United have not committed to selling Hojlund. If a suitable offer comes in, they could part ways with him, but if not, he is likely to stay. This uncertainty could derail United’s pursuit of Osimhen, who has been a long-term target for the club.
Osimhen is viewed as the elite striker United desperately need to revitalize their attack. There have even been suggestions that United could include Hojlund or Alejandro Garnacho in a swap deal with Napoli. While such a move seems unlikely, it hasn’t been entirely ruled out by insiders like The Athletic’s Laurie Whitwell.
If Hojlund remains at Old Trafford, United will need to find alternative ways to finance a deal for Osimhen. According to GiveMeSport, the likelihood of Hojlund staying means United may have to rethink their approach entirely.
The message is clear: if United are serious about signing Osimhen, they must either find a buyer for Hojlund or dig deep into their already strained finances. Otherwise, their dream of landing the Nigerian striker could slip away.
As the summer transfer window approaches, United’s plans remain in flux, with Hojlund’s future playing a pivotal role in shaping their next moves.
