A deal has been finalized between Napoli and Manchester United for €86.5 million. All personal terms have been agreed, and final details were wrapped up earlier today. ✍️ Despite interest from multiple top European clubs, Oshimen was set on joining Manchester United He made it clear: United was his top choice. 🔴🇳🇬 Oshimen is expected to arrive in Manchester within the next 24 hours for medical tests and to sign a long-term contract. It’s happening. Here we go
The wait is over. After months of speculation and a fierce race involving several European giants, Manchester United have officially struck a deal with Napoli for Nigerian superstar Victor Osimhen in a blockbuster transfer worth €86.5 million.
The move, which has been one of the most talked-about transfer sagas of the summer, was finalized earlier today after both clubs ironed out the final details. Personal terms had long been agreed with the player’s representatives, and Osimhen is now expected to land in Manchester within the next 24 hours to undergo medical tests before signing a long-term contract.
Osimhen’s Loyalty to Manchester United
Despite reported interest from top clubs including Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain, and Bayern Munich, Osimhen made it clear behind the scenes that Manchester United was always his top choice. The Nigerian striker reportedly told his inner circle weeks ago that playing at Old Trafford was a dream he could no longer postpone.
Speaking through his agent in a press conference this afternoon, Osimhen’s camp confirmed his intentions:
“Victor wanted Manchester United from the start. He sees this as the perfect club for the next chapter of his career. The Premier League is the biggest stage in football, and Old Trafford is where he wants to shine.”
Ten Hag’s Top Target Secured
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag had identified Osimhen as his priority signing to lead the attack next season. The Dutchman believes Osimhen’s pace, physicality, and elite goal-scoring instinct can transform United’s frontline.
A United source described the transfer as “a huge statement of intent”, signaling the club’s determination to return to the top of English and European football.
Ten Hag himself briefly commented after the news broke:
“Victor is a player we’ve admired for a long time. His hunger, athleticism, and mentality are exactly what we want at this club. We look forward to welcoming him to Manchester.”
Medical and Official Announcement Imminent
Osimhen is expected to arrive in Manchester by tomorrow morning, with medical tests scheduled at Carrington. If all goes according to plan, Manchester United are likely to make an official unveiling before the weekend — with the striker tipped to wear the iconic number 9 shirt.
The move marks one of the most expensive signings in Manchester United’s history and one of the biggest deals of this summer’s transfer window.
What This Means for United
Osimhen’s arrival is a massive boost for a United side eager to improve on last season’s performance. The 25-year-old scored 26 goals in 32 Serie A games last season and led Napoli to their first league title in over three decades — establishing himself as one of Europe’s most lethal forwards.
His blend of speed, power, and clinical finishing will provide United with a focal point up front and relieve pressure on the likes of Marcus Rashford and Rasmus Højlund.