Rio Ferdinand believes that Victor Osimhen is “waiting for Manchester United” after rejecting a lucrative proposal from Saudi Pro League outfit Al-Hilal.
The Nigeria international is currently one of the most sought-after players in world football and he is expected to leave Napoli on a permanent deal this summer after spending the 2024-25 campaign on loan at Galatasaray.
When asked who Man Utd should sign during the 2025 summer transfer window, Ferdinand told his YouTube channel: “No.9? They already know who I want. The comments know, the people know who I want, who I would go and get: Osimhen!
“It looks like he’s turned down Al-Hilal… he must be waiting for Man Utd. I don’t know if Man Utd are going to come. That’s the problem.”
Osimhen rejected the chance to join Al-Hilal ahead of the 2025 Club World Cup, although the Saudi Arabian side are set to submit a contract proposal worth €50 million-per-year, according to reports, in a bid to finally secure his signature.
Victor Osimhen announces transfer interest
Amid significant rumours of a summer move, Osimhen has also officially confirmed that he is being pursued by several clubs.
“It’s always like this when the season ends and the summer transfer window begins,” Osimhen admitted during an interview with YouTuber Daddy Freeze (via Daily Post Nigeria).
“You have a lot of clubs wanting your services, but right now, I’m focused on my holiday and enjoying myself.
“While I’m enjoying my break, I’m also reminiscing about the past season I had with Galatasaray – watching clips of my goals, the mistakes I made, and the things I did well.”
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