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Victor Osimhen to Man Utd transfer hopes hinge on two factors with Harry Kane prospects Fades away
Victor Osimhen to Man Utd transfer hopes hinge on two factors with Harry Kane prospects Fades away
Ben Jacobs has confirmed that Manchester United are serious about trying to sign Victor Osimhen this summer – but has revealed two major hurdles that make his move to Old Trafford extremely difficult to pull off.
United are making rapid strides under Erik ten Hag and are only five points off the top of the table following a brilliant run. Indeed, some suggest they could emerge as title contenders if their good run continues. However, Manchester City are the team to beat, especially since they have gone top of the table.
However, one observer has explained why an Arsenal collapse will see United finish higher in the table than them this season.
Wherever they finish, it is fair to say Ten Hag has exceeded expectations this season. As it stands, though, the club do look extremely well placed to bring Champions League football back to Old Trafford next season.
And with United likely to have an increased transfer kitty at their disposal, thoughts are turning to their summer transfer business.
To that end, Ten Hag will likely target quality over quantity when it comes to his next recruits.
Indeed, his main objective will likely be the addition of a new, big-name striker to replace Cristiano Ronaldo. And while the club brought in Wout Weghorst as a temporary gap-filler, the Dutchman’s stay is unlikely to be extended beyond the summer.
As a result, the club are keen to bring in a new big-name frontman this summer. To that end, the likes of Harry Kane, Victor Osimhen and Dusan Vlahovic are all reportedly on their shopping list.
Deals for all three players look difficult to pull off, though to maximise their chances, Ten Hag reportedly plans to sell three unwanted stars to raise funds.
Of the three strikers they are chasing, Jacobs has confirmed to TEAMtalk that Osimhen is among those on their list.
Recently described as a “brilliant madman”, the Nigerian has an excellent record in front of goal Indeed, having scored 46 goals in 84 games for Napoli, it is easy to see why he’s now regarded as one of the world’s premier strikers.
As per Jacobs, he is one such name on United’s summer wishlist.
However, he’s revealed there are two factors that make any such move difficult for United – with the player more than happy with Gli Azzurri.
“We do know that Manchester United like Victor Osimhen, but Napoli are flying in Serie A,” Jacobs told TEAMtalk. “He’s got 17 goals in 18 games so far. On top of that, they are potentially serious contenders in the Champions League.
“I understand that Osimhen is quite happy there, which means it isn’t just about agreeing a fee. It’s also about convincing the player to leave and Napoli really don’t want to let him go anytime soon.
“Manchester United, though, will always have that ability to sign any player in the world. It was the same with Chelsea recently and Enzo Fernandez. Benfica did not want to sell. But ultimately, Chelsea kept trying to dictate the situation. They got their man….
But getting Osimhen for Manchester United or any other club is not going to be easy. And it’s not necessarily going to be at market value, which is why, if the Glazers are still in charge, I don’t see them dropping that kind of money.
“If they get new ownership, we’ll have to consider that (transfer as a possibility though).”
Harry Kane hopes fading for Man Utd
United are also reportedly keen on Kane, with his Tottenham deal due to expire in June 2024.
However, Kane’s first priority remains on extending his stay at Spurs. And while the departure of Antonio Conte could change things for Kane, the prospective return of Mauricio Pochettino to the dug-out will surely seal the deal.
As a result of that, together with the difficulty in negotiating with Daniel Levy, United know any move for Kane will likely prove trickiest of all.
Jacobs said of United’s interest: “And then Manchester United have also been linked with Harry Kane, but it’s too premature. As I’ve reported all the way back since October, Kane’s priority is to extend at Spurs and if the project moves in the right direction, he’ll do that.
“Also, it’s not easy for a Premier League rival to negotiate with Daniel Levy either. Therefore, it’s premature to start talking about Kane and anybody (such as United) as well.
“But Manchester United do want a marquee forward, and probably more of a traditional one. And that is why the links have been made with Victor Osimhen.”
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“That particular player was the reason we sacked Erik ten Hag and I have warned Ruud van Nistelrooy to avoid using him.
“That particular player was the reason we sacked Erik ten Hag and I have warned Ruud van Nistelrooy to avoid using him, If he breached the instructions then it will be over for him also”: Sir Jim Ratchliffe warns new Man United’s manager to avoid using ONE player who was the reason Erik ten Hag was sacked
Erik ten Hag has become the fifth Man United manager to be sacked in the last decade with the new club chiefs left unimpressed with his results this calendar year.
The Dutchman won two trophies in two seasons but guided United to their lowest Premier League finish last term. He was kept on by the new board this summer following an end-of-season review.”
However, having won just three of his first nine league games this campaign, Ten Hag has been relieved of his duties after 128 games as manager. Step-in caretaker Ruud van Nistelrooy takes charge while a permanent successor is sourced.
Van Nistelrooy becomes the ninth different figure – temporary or permanent – to lead the club since Sir Alex Ferguson’s retirement in 2013. He follows Ryan Giggs, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Michael Carrick in being among the Scot’s former players to take charge of United.
Earlier this month, Sir Jim Ratcliffe informed Ferguson that he would be relinquishing his role of club ambassador at the end of the season. It is thought the move is part of his cost-cutting exercises at the club, having already sanctioned the redundancies of 250 staff members this year.
However, the 72-year-old – who wishes to see United build a new 100,000-seater Old Trafford – has made clear that decisions regarding the first-team manager are not within his remit.
Asked about the future of Ten Hag earlier this month, Ratcliffe deflected: “I like Erik. I think he’s a very good coach but at the end of the day it’s not my call, it’s the management team that’s running Manchester United that have to decide how we best run the team in many different respects.”
Ratcliffe oversaw a revamp of the United boardroom this summer, with old figures ushered out and new top brass headhunted. Former Manchester City chief Omar Berrada was announced as the club’s new CEO in January while technical director Jason Wilcox was pinched from Southampton.
United had to fork out compensation to Newcastle United when acquiring sporting director Dan Ashworth, who insisted that the decision to keep Ten Hag was made before his summer arrival. United will lose around £17million in sacking compensation to Ten Hag.
Ineos sporting chief Sir Dave Brailsford and Ineos CEO Jean-Claude Blanc are also on the board while Christopher Vivell sits as director of global talent.
While clarifying his role in the managerial turnover process, Ratcliffe urged the boardroom to “to take stock and make some sensible decisions,” having “not been there a long time.”
He underscored: “Our objective is very clear – we want to take Manchester United back to where it should be, and it’s not there yet, obviously – that’s very clear.”
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Club statement…
Club statement…
Erik ten Hag has left his role as Manchester United men’s first-team manager.
Erik was appointed in April 2022 and led the club to two domestic trophies, winning the Carabao Cup in 2023 and the FA Cup in 2024.
We are grateful to Erik for everything he has done during his time with us and wish him well for the future.
Ruud van Nistelrooy will take charge of the team as interim head coach, supported by the current coaching team, whilst a permanent head coach is recruited.
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Ten Hag out!! Predicted Man United line up under Xavi Hernandez – as INEOS set to sack Ten Hag if He fails to deliver West Ham game tomorrow
Ten Hag out!! Predicted Man United line up under Xavi Hernandez – as INEOS set to sack Ten Hag if He fails to deliver West Ham game tomorrow
Barcelona legend Xavi has made his stance on Manchester United clear amid reports linking him as a possible replacement for Erik ten Hag as manager at Old Trafford. Ten Hag is under mounting pressure following a lackluster start to the season, with his side winning only three of their first eight Premier League matches.
This disappointing run has fueled speculation about his future, and names like former England manager Gareth Southgate, Brentford boss Thomas Frank, and Xavi have all surfaced as potential replacements.
Xavi’s thoughts on Manchester United have resurfaced from a past interview, providing some insight into his view of the club.
Speaking after Barcelona’s Europa League tie against Manchester United in 2023, the former Barca midfielder expressed respect for the Red Devils and praised Ten Hag for the progress he had made with the team. “I think Manchester is coming back, and they showed their best,” Xavi said in an interview with TNT Sport. “We need to be proud.
I think both teams are more or less in the same moment, in the same position, that we are coming back. I said to Ten Hag now, ‘Congratulations,’ because he’s doing very well and they are Manchester United.”
Xavi’s remarks reflected his belief that both Barcelona and United were in periods of rebuilding, with the potential to reestablish themselves as top contenders in Europe.
He even hinted that future meetings between the two clubs could happen in the latter stages of the Champions League. His praise for United and Ten Hag has now taken on new relevance as discussions about his potential move to the Premier League intensify.
Reports have emerged suggesting that Manchester United CEO Omar Berrada traveled to Spain for two rounds of talks with Xavi to explore the possibility of bringing him to Old Trafford.
However, it seems that Xavi, who is currently enjoying some time away from the game, is not interested in cutting his break short. According to the Spanish newspaper AS, the 44-year-old has no intention of returning to management just yet, even if it means passing up a significant opportunity with a club as prestigious as Manchester United.
Meanwhile, Ten Hag has addressed the ongoing rumors surrounding his job, expressing frustration with the media’s portrayal of his situation. Before United’s recent 2-1 win over Brentford, Ten Hag dismissed the speculation, calling it “noise” created by the press. “Noise is only coming from some of you [media], creating stories and fairytales, bringing lies,” he said.
Ten Hag emphasized that while the team is unhappy with its current position in the league, they remain calm and confident in their plan. He assured that despite the speculation, he believes success will come under his leadership.
The situation leaves Manchester United in a state of uncertainty, with Ten Hag fighting to keep his position amid a difficult run of form, while Xavi, one of the names floated as a possible successor, seems uninterested in taking over at this time. As rumors continue to swirl, both the club and its fans await further developments.
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