English Premier League
Victor Osimhen: Ex-England striker urges Manchester United to sign Napoli talisman
By Wale Mustapha
Manchester United have been advised by one of their legends, Andy Cole to do all they can to secure the services of Napoli striker,Victor Osimhen.
Manchester Unitied are still in the market to fill a huge space left by Cristiano Ronaldo’s departure with Osimhen one of the strikers in their wish list to replace the Portuguese legend.
Cole, who was a shinning star in the Premier League from 1988 and 2008, believes the Nigerian in the current United set up would help the Red Devils to be more formidable in attack and bring in an exceptional talent.
“I think Victor Osimhen at Napoli is very good and could be the long-term natural fit. The question is whether Napoli would be prepared to let him go,” Cole said.
“He’s rangy, got a good first touch, scores goals, and is a decent size as well. I watched him play against Liverpool, and he was more than prepared to link the play and then run in behind.”
Osimhen is currently giving outstanding performances in the Serie A scoring 12 goals for the Luciano Spalletti’s men.
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