Manchester United Transfer News Roundup: Red Devils suffer Victor Osimhen blow; club confident of Andre Onana move, and more - July 12, 2023
Manchester United finished third in the Premier League last season. Manager Erik ten Hag is working on his squad this summer to bridge the gap to the top of the league.
Meanwhile, the Red Devils have suffered a setback in their quest to sign Napoli striker Victor Osimhen. Elsewhere, the Premier League giants are confident of completing a move for Inter Milan goalkeeper Andre Onana.
On that note, here's a look at the key Manchester United transfer stories as on July 12, 2023:
Manchester United have hit a roadblock in their attempts to sign Victor Osimhen this summer.
According to Sport Mediaset via Caught Offside, Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has hinted that the Nigerian will only leave for €200 million. The Red Devils are eager to sign a new striker this year and have Osimhen on their wishlist. Ten Hag is a big fan of the 24-year-old and sees him as a superb option to lead his attack.
However, the Serie A side have no desire to let him go, while the player wants to continue his stay in Naples, too. De Laurentiis also hinted that Paris Saint-Germain might be the only club capable of wrestling Osimhen away from Napoli.
Manchester United are confident of securing the services of Andre Onana this summer, according to journalist Ben Jacobs.
The Cameroonian goalkeeper is a target for Erik ten Hag, who has identified him as the ideal replacement for David de Gea. The Spaniard has left the club this month at the end of his contract.
In his column for Caught Offside, Jacobs said that the Inter Milan custodian is likely to cost around €55 million.
He continued:
Onana has worked with Ten Hag during their time together at Ajax.
Manchester United have to offload players before they can sign a new No. 9 this summer,
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