Osimhen Rejects Lavish Al-Hilal Offer, Eyes Europe — and Manchester United
Nigerian superstar Victor Osimhen has reportedly turned down a staggering offer from Saudi Arabia’s Al‑Hilal worth £650,000-per-week, equivalent to roughly £34 million annually . The proposal included medical exams and travel logistics, but Osimhen's decision to decline has reportedly derailed Al‑Hilal’s ambitions to secure him before the Club World Cup kicking off June 18 .
This move underscores Osimhen's steadfast ambition: to stay in Europe and compete at the highest level. Clubs like Galatasaray, Juventus, Paris Saint‑Germain, Chelsea, and notably Manchester United, are said to be circling for his signature .
On the Saudi front, Al‑Hilal had previously submitted offers totalling £102 million and £120 million, only to have both knocked back by Napoli. Sources close to Osimhen affirm that while the Saudi league could provide dazzling riches, his focus remains firmly on European football . His agent reinforced this stance in August, stating, “Victor still has so much to do in Europe,” and stressing respect for both Napoli and his career trajectory .
⚽ Manchester United: Still In the Picture, Financials Pending
Despite no immediate confirmation of advanced talks, both Manchester United and PSG have expressed interest, and United are reportedly among the leading clubs vying to trigger his £80 million release clause . Fabrizio Romano has downplayed speculation of scouts monitoring his Galatasaray games — clarifying that United already know his abilities, and that any future move will hinge on aligning budgets .
Rio Ferdinand recently publicly backed United signing Osimhen, calling him a natural goal-scoring talisman who could not only bring firepower but also mentor younger attackers like Rasmus Højlund .
However, other analysts argue that United, under INEOS’s new strategy, may shy away from enormous fees, preferring to invest in younger prospects. They suggest Osimhen could perhaps be part of a swap deal featuring Højlund, potentially reducing the net outlay required .
Osimhen’s Form in 2024–25: Striking Statistics
Galatasaray loan (2024–25)
30 Süper Lig matches, 26 goals
Total: 41 games, 37 goals (includes Cup and Europa League)
Scored a hat‑trick in the Turkish Cup final, securing a 3–0 win over Trabzonspor on May 14
Added the Cup-winning goal in the 3–0 championship match vs Kayserispor on May 18, sealing his second trophy
Set a foreign‑player single‑season record with 35 goals before the Cup final
Napoli and international
Napoli career: 108 league games, 65 goals
With Galatasaray, increased his seasonal total to 37 goals in 41 matches
Nigeria national team: 40 caps, 26 goals
Osimhen's consistently high goals-per-game ratio (0.9 at Galatasaray, ~0.6 at Napoli) highlights his elite form across league and cup competitions.
🔮 The Road Ahead
Turning down Al‑Hilal sends a clear message: Osimhen is committed to Europe's top stages. With exciting options like Juventus, PSG and a potent interest from Manchester United, the coming weeks could spark a seismic transfer.
The Red Devils face a crucial decision – can they assemble the financial package, incentives, and promise of Champions League football to land one of the world’s most in-form strikers?
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