Rio Ferdinand reveals what he told Osimhen about Man Utd move
Rio Ferdinand says he urged Victor Osimhen to listen if Manchester United comes calling, revealing a private chat with the Galatasaray striker. Ferdinand, who has publicly pushed United to sign the 27-year-old Nigerian in past windows, told Türkiye Gazetesi: "I told him, Victor, if Manchester United calls you, you should listen to them."
Osimhen's response: "Rio, that is a different question. I can't do it unless Galatasaray approves." Ferdinand agreed: "Exactly, that is why I am asking."
The exchange highlights where things stand. Osimhen, on loan at Galatasaray from Napoli with a reported €75m release clause, has been linked to United for over a year. But the Nigerian insists any move requires the Turkish club's green light—signaling he won't force an exit.
For Nigerian fans tracking Osimhen's next step: the ball is in Galatasaray's court. United's interest is real, but the Turkish champions hold leverage. Will they cash in on a star who's scored 20+ goals this season, or build around him for a title push?
With the January window approaching, Osimhen's future stays the hottest transfer storyline involving a Nigerian player.