Man Utd 'ready to met release clause' for top European striker to replace flop Hojlund

Manchester United are set to meet Victor Osimhen's release clause amid dire forward options for Ruben Amorim.

Rasmus Hojlund has not scored now in 16 consecutive games and has only managed to net two Premier League goals all season. And what is worse is that the 22 year old has not looked like scoring either.

The lack of success on the field has started to strain relations within the team. United's coaching staff are reportedly losing patience with Hojlund.

Despite his struggles, Hojlund has been a regular fixture for United this season. However, he has frequently been substituted early in matches. Most notably, in the game versus Everton where United was trailing 2-0, Hojlund was replaced only 70 minutes in, leading to cheers from the crowd.

After receiving the number nine shirt at the start of the season, Hojlund has scored a total of seven goals. Out of 33 United games that Hojlund has appeared in this season, he has failed to score in 27.

Whether this marks an end to Hojlund's United career or an opportunity for him to prove himself remains to be seen. But the club is certainly looking elsewhere.

Fabrizio Romano, has offered insights on the likelihood of United procuring Osimhan, a budding football prospect currently loaned to Galatasaray, in the summer.

The young striker has impressively netted 20 goals in 25 matches for the Turkish Super Lig leaders. Despite his ongoing success with Galatasaray, Osimhen is set to return to his parent club, Napoli, once the current season expires.

Romano believes that Osimhen's departure from Napoli, given his strained relationship with the club, is just around the corner. The question for potential buyers is, at what cost will Osimhen come?

Romano indicates that Osimhen's release clause presently stands at €120 million, but those willing to wait could potentially acquire him at a significantly reduced price of between €75 million and €80 million post-June.

Osimhen, who is reported to be taking home approximately €12 million per season, or about £200,000 per week after tax, previously turned down a salary cut.

Given this scenario, United fans may recall the collapsed deal with Chelsea in 2024 over salary disagreements. Romano ends his report by hinting that a similar scenario might befall United, as efforts to pare down their wage bill loom.

However, reports in Italy suggest that United is prepared to meet Osimhen's lower release clause expected from June 1st.