United ready to snub Amorim’s “dream” target and sign prolific 20-yo striker instead – report

Manchester United are reportedly keeping an eye on Samu Aghehowa ahead of the summer transfer window.

Bruno Fernandes had to step up and pull a rabbit out of the hat once again to avoid a disappointing result against Arsenal, as United forwards delivered another disappointing performance.

With both Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee failing to find their feet in the Premier League, the Red Devils are anticipated to explore the market for a new goalscorer this summer.

In recent weeks, Victor Osimhen has emerged as United’s priority target to spearhead their attack.

According to GIVEMESPORT, the Nigerian striker is Ruben Amorim’s “dream acquisition” on the back of his prolific stint in Turkey with Galatasaray.

Interestingly, the outlet claim that despite Amorim’s interest in securing Osimhen’s services from Napoli, United have refused to rule out the possibility of “turning their attentions” towards signing Aghehowa from FC Porto.

It is suggested that the Premier League giants are “eyeing” a move for the Spaniard instead of Osimhen.

Aghehowa is enjoying a goal-laden campaign in Portugal after joining Porto from Atletico Madrid last summer. Known for his pace and physicality, the Spain international has managed to score an impressive 20 goals for Porto in all competitions this term.

The exciting striker has a release clause worth in the region of £84 million in his contract. However, it is understood that United are confident that he could “prove to be a more attainable target” than other big-names on their wishlist.

The report further states: “There is an acknowledgement behind the scenes that priority target Osimhen’s price tag and wage demands will make a deal difficult.”

Further, with Porto unlikely to secure a place in the Champions League, United would have a better chance of convincing the young striker to join their project in the summer.

Having said that, after seeing how young stars like Hojlund and Zirkzee have struggled to meet the expectations and handle the pressure of leading United’s frontline, the Mancunians would be wise to sign a more experienced striker like Osimhen over Aghehowa.

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