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Former Manchester United forward Louis Saha has claimed that Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen is eager to join Old Trafford this summer. The Red Devils are still looking for another No. 9 as uncertainty continues over the future of Joshua Zirkzee.

The Dutch forward has had a tough spell in the Premier League since joining from Bologna in the summer of 2024, and he continues to be linked with a move away. If Zirkzee leaves, Benjamin Sesko would be the only recognised striker left in the squad at the Theatre of Dreams.

That situation has seen United linked with a number of centre-forwards, with Osimhen among them. The Nigeria international is regarded as one of the most dangerous strikers in world football and played a major role in helping the Turkish giants win the league last season.

Saha has now outlined why he believes the Red Devils have a major chance to sign the 27-year-old during this transfer window.

Speaking recently, Saha said Osimhen is a United supporter and believes he could make a real difference in the side. He said: “I know for a fact that Victor Osimhen is a Manchester United fan. He loves Man United. I have seen it in his eyes, the impact the club has on him, and he sees the impact he could have on this team.”

“He is a very confident player. He is like Erling Haaland. He doesn’t need to see the ball very often to score goals. If he is not getting the chances he needs, he will demand them. This is the type of player United need to sign.”

“You look at his experience. He has scored 20 goals every season. He has the character, the belief, he works hard and he is unpredictable. He can make assists and he would be a good fit for the Premier League, physically. There is absolutely no doubt about that.”

Saha also suggested that the Nigerian could make an impact similar to current United captain Bruno Fernandes. He added: “Osimhen can be another player like Bruno Fernandes. He would quickly come to know the club inside and out. All United have to do is make the connection but that’s why it hasn’t happened yet.”

“Osimhen is still waiting. United missed out on signing Harry Kane and that was one of their biggest mistakes in the transfer market but they can correct that mistake by signing Osimhen.”

Saha also feels the Nigerian would suit Old Trafford better than long-time target Harry Kane. He continued: “I think Osimhen is a better fit for United now than Kane because of Benjamin Sesko. Osimhen can teach Sesko about movement and being a striker but they could also play together and combine better than Kane and Sesko could.”

“I can see it in how they each like to play. Not in every game but in some games it would make sense, and the rest of the time they could give each other some healthy competition.”

Saha also referred to his own spell at United while explaining why Michael Carrick needs another striker in his squad. He concluded: “We had four strikers when I played for Manchester United. I didn’t have the same style of play as Ruud van Nistelrooy or Alan Smith or Carlos Tevez but we managed to find our own separate ways because the manager was good enough to let us compete in a healthy way.”

“That’s what United need and Osimhen would give them that and score at least 15 or 20 goals a season and provide goals for others to shine too. That’s the kind of profile of player United need to sign.”

Manchester United may need to sign an experienced striker before the transfer window closes, especially if Zirkzee departs, and Osimhen could be an outstanding option for that role. However, the financial package involved in such a move could prove to be a stumbling block, particularly as the Red Devils have already spent around £155 million on midfielders this summer.