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Former Everton defender Joseph Yobo has urged his compatriot Victor Osimhen to join Manchester United if the Red Devils make him an offer amid speculations linking the Nigerian international with an Old Trafford move.
The Red Devils have struggled this season despite having two strikers, leding to calls for a new striker who could enhance United's attack. Yobo believes that United head coach Ruben Amorim is carrying out a decent long-term project.
In an interview with AfricaFoot, Yobo shared his thoughts, explaining why Osimhen would be a decent centre-forward for United (via TBR Football):
"For me, it’s a no-brainer, Victor and Manchester United are a perfect fit and there’s no doubt he would thrive if they signed him. Even though they’re struggling in the transition, Manchester United are still among the top three clubs in the world, and that’s not going to change anytime soon."
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He added:
"So, if you ask me, I’ll be honest with you; Victor should take the offer, if it comes. Their project is exciting with a new coach in Amorim, who is one of the best of his generation.If Amorim wants to trust Victor to be one of the leaders of this project in transition, yes, I think he shouldn’t think twice, he should take it.”
Osimhen is currently on loan at Galatasaray from Napoli for the ongoing 2024-25 campaign. In 16 appearances, he has scored 13 goals and provided five assists.
The 26-year-old’s finishing proficiency and attacking agility could improve United's attack. With his contract expirng in June, Napoli could look to sell him rather than lose him as a free agent in the summer.
How have Manchester United performed in the Premier League this season?
Many expected the ongoing campaign to be a fascinating one for United due to the structural change across evels of the club. However, the Red Devils have struggled and have been inconsistent despite the managerial change.
Manchester United are 13th in the league, having registered only 23 points from 20 games. The Red Devils have only scored 23 goals and have conceded 28. They are winless in four league games and return to league action against Southampton on Thursday, January 16.
