Victor Osimhen is reportedly open to joining Manchester United in the summer with talks over a €75 million (£64m/$85m) deal already underway.

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• Osimhen could join Man Utd
• Amorim has prepared a four-man striker shortlist
• Man Utd could meet Osimhen's €75m release clause

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  United are expected to be busy in the summer transfer window as Ruben Amorim is looking to bolster his squad after a nightmare 2024-25 campaign. One of the areas that the Portuguese coach will aim to solidify is the team's attack and he has prepared a four-man shortlist for the No.9 role, according to . Sporting CP's Viktor Gyokeres has been linked with a move to the Premier League club since Amorim moved to England. The United boss is also looking at Nigeria international Osimhen.

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  Osimhen was heavily linked with a move to the English top-flight last summer, with the Red Devils and Chelsea among the clubs said to be after him, but he ended up joining Galatasaray on loan for the duration of the 2024-25 campaign as Napoli's asking price went unmatched and his relationship with the Italian side broke down. The 26-year-old is unlikely to continue in Turkey beyond the current season as Galatasaray won't be able to match his €75m release clause.

• DID YOU KNOW?

  The Napoli loanee has displayed stunning form in Turkey, scoring a whopping 33 goals in 37 matches across all competitions. His fine form has helped Galatasaray lead the title race throughout the season and they are now on the verge of claiming the Turkish Super Lig.

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  WHAT NEXT FOR MANCHESTER UNITED?

  For now, United remain focused on ending the current season on a bright note as they aim to win the Europa League and secure a place in the Champions League next year. They will be next seen in action against Athletic Club in the second leg of their Europa League semi-final fixture on Thursday.

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