More goals than Liam Delap: Fabrizio Romano reveals why Man United won't sign world-class 26yo striker

Manchester United are expected to bolster their attack by signing two forwards this summer.

Matheus Cunha is poised to become their first signing of the window, but the Red Devils are also hunting for a headline-grabbing striker.

Liam Delap sits at the top of their wish list despite the availability of world-class centre-forward Victor Osimhen.

Several Premier League giants have shown interest in Osimhen, yet the prolific striker seems destined for a move outside England.

Reputed journalist Fabrizio Romano has revealed on his YouTube channel: “He wants the same salary he’s earning at Napoli — €12m net, plus commissions and his €75m release clause.

“No English club is ready to pay him €12m net.”

Napoli-owned Osimhen is currently spending the 2024-25 season on loan at Galatasaray.

The 26-year-old has netted 30 goals and recorded seven assists.

United’s need for a reliable goal-scorer has become urgent after Rasmus Hojlund’s underwhelming campaign.

The Denmark international has scored merely three goals in the English top flight this campaign.

Joshua Zirkzee looks more suited to play in a supporting role behind the main striker.

Head coach Ruben Amorim has admitted that the club must address their goal-scoring woes in the summer.

Signing Osimhen would have been a massive statement of intent, but financial realities have ruled out that dream.

After years of expensive misfires on marquee players, United simply cannot afford another costly gamble.

INEOS must focus on spreading their budget wisely rather than betting it all on a single name.

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Article written by Sanidhya Bhardwaj .