Victor Osimhen: Scouts of Top Premier League Giants Recommend the Super Eagles Striker

• Nigerian super striker Victor Osimhen could be heading to Manchester United in the January transfer
• Manchester United top management will have to convince Napoli with an enticing amount for the chance to have Osimhen
• Osimhen is expected to lead the Super Eagles attack in the coming international friendly against Portugal

Scouts of Premier League giants, Manchester United, have been reportedly impressed with the performances of Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen and they have recommended him.

The Old Trafford landlords are looking forward to bringing in another striker in the January transfer window and Osimhen's name has been in the mouths of the club's chiefs.

Also, Cristiano Ronaldo could be leaving Manchester United in January and the Red Devils will need a replacement for the Portuguese.

United manager Erik ten Hag has not found things rosy this season in the Premier League and the former Ajax coach is looking to bolster his squad in January.

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Why are scouts impressed?

Manchester United scouts are said to be impressed with Osimhen because of his excellent ways of scoring goals so far this season for Napoli according to the report on Complete Sports.

The Nigerian striker has won the hearts of Napoli fans and it will be difficult for any side to take him away from the Serie A giants.

Osimhen who has scored nine goals this term for Napoli has also been linked with a move to Arsenal, Chelsea and Real Madrid.

Meanwhile, the Nigerian star and his teammates at Napoli are currently topping the Serie A table and they have been tipped to win the title.

Napoli manager Spalletti points out

Earlier, Sports Brief had reported how manager of Napoli football club in Italy, Luciano Spalletti, urged striker Victor Osimhen to play more with his teammates.

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Spalletti lauded the striker for his breathtaking form, having helped the Partenopei to a 2-1 win over Atalanta on Sunday.

The Nigerian international scored his side's equaliser and then provided an assist, to ensure Napoli extended their lead on the Serie A standings.

Spalletti has acknowledged Osimhen's contribution during the encounter, but also urged the 23-year-old to work more with his teammates.