Reports linking Victor Osimhen to a move to Manchester United have gained momentum with the opening of the winter transfer window.

The Nigerian striker, who was at the centre of a heated transfer saga during the summer of 2024, is now being tipped for a potential move away from his current club, Galatasaray, to another European giant.

Although Osimhen seems settled at the Istanbul club, speculation surrounding his departure continues to intensify. This is further fueled by reports that Napoli's asking price for the forward is around €75 million.

However, despite the relatively low price tag and the lingering Manchester United interest in securing the forward’s transfer, a new report has emerged suggesting that the Premier League side has suffered a setback in their pursuit of Osimhen.

According to a fresh report from media outlet, Calcio Mercato, while Manchester United is open to negotiating a move for Osimhen, Napoli president, Aurelio De Laurentiis, has made it clear that he would only consider selling the Nigerian striker on his own terms.

It’s worth noting that the septuagenarian president previously rejected a mammoth bid, reportedly exceeding €100 million, for Osimhen in 2024. The highly sought-after Osimhen, on his part, who is in impressive goalscoring form at Galatasaray, has undoubtedly played a crucial role in shifting the negotiation dynamics.

The Nigerian forward is currently one of Europe’s most prolific strikers, with a remarkable 12 goals and five assists in 16 appearances for Galatasaray, according to data from Fotmob.