Napoli evaluate Hojlund in Osimhen exchange with Manchester United | OneFootball

Napoli are reportedly evaluating a possible deal with Manchester United that would see former Atalanta striker Rasmus Hojlund move to the Maradona as part of an exchange deal involving Nigeria international Victor Osimhen.

Manchester Untied are one of several clubs across Europe hoping to secure a deal with Napoli for Osimhen, who is currently out on loan in Turkey with Galatasaray.

The Partenopei had looked to secure a permanent sale of Osimhen during the summer transfer window, but negotiations collapsed in spectacular fashion on deadline day, which led to the Nigerian signing a new contract extension and heading out on loan to Galatasaray instead.

Osimhen is currently contracted to Napoli until the summer of 2026, but the club have an option to extend the deal for a further year until 2027 if they are unable to secure a sale this summer.

ISTANBUL, TURKEY – NOVEMBER 7: Victor Osimhen of Galatasaray reacts during the UEFA Europa League 2024/25 League Phase MD4 match between Galatasaray A.S. and Tottenham Hotspur at Ali Sami Yen Spor Kompleksi on November 07, 2024 in Istanbul, Turkey. (Photo by Ahmad Mora/Getty Images)

Napoli evaluate Hojlund option in Man United-Osimhen talks

According to reports from Calciomercato.com, Manchester United are prepared to offer Hojlund as part of a player-plus-cash offer for Osimhen, as the Denmark international is not expected to be part of Ruben Amorim’s plans for next season, particularly if the Red Devils sign a marquee centre-forward in the summer.

Napoli are also reportedly interested in former Bologna forward Joshua Zirkzee, but United are more likely to part ways with Hojlund, given that the Dutchman is able to cover multiple positions across the attack.

Sunday’s report claims that Napoli are carefully monitoring the situation, and adds that Napoli need to make a statement signing or two if they are to convince Antonio Conte to stay on board beyond the summer.

Calciomercato also reports that Napoli are in advanced negotiations with Lille for Kosovan winger Edon Zhegrova, who has also been linked with a move to Juventus.