Italian champions Napoli have ruled out a swap deal involving Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen and Manchester United’s Joshua Zirkzee.
Cyber Reporters gathered that instead, Napoli prefers a direct sale of Osimhen, currently on loan at Galatasaray.
Napoli aims to capitalize on Osimhen’s value and receive a full transfer fee, even if it means waiting until summer.
The club acknowledges discussions surrounding a potential trade but prioritizes maximizing Osimhen’s worth.
Galatasaray has downplayed Osimhen’s early January departure, but future movements depend on offers received.
Interested teams must negotiate with the Turkish club, and a transfer could be feasible if Osimhen’s release clause is activated.
Manchester United considers signing Osimhen, potentially involving Zirkzee in the deal.
However, Napoli is not interested in Zirkzee and seeks a full financial return on Osimhen’s talent.
Cyber Reporters reports that Osimhen joined Galatasaray on loan from Napoli in September and has impressed, scoring eight goals and providing four assists in nine matches.
He is set to return to Naples next summer, despite earlier rumors of an early exit.
Previous summer transfer talks failed to secure Osimhen’s permanent move, leading to his sidelining from Napoli’s squad.
Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain were reportedly interested at the time.
Napoli’s stance on Osimhen’s transfer emphasizes their desire for maximum financial gain, leaving Manchester United to explore alternative options or meet Napoli’s valuation.
