The deal has been carefully structured to be paid in installments, which allows United more flexibility in the market and opens the door for at least two additional signings during this window.
Incoming head coach Rúben Amorim is reportedly thrilled with the acquisition, viewing the striker as a crucial addition to transform United’s attack after a disappointing 2024/25 season.
Though the club has not officially named the striker, several top names are in contention. Leading candidates include:
* **Joshua Zirkzee**, who has a reported €40M release clause.
* **Victor Osimhen**, a long-term United target with a £109M clause at Napoli. Napoli may be open to creative deals, such as player swaps plus cash.
* **Dusan Vlahović** of Juventus, who is reportedly on the market this summer.
Meanwhile, United have also been offered a chance to sign Bayern Munich defender **Kim Min-jae**, who could be on the move following Bayern’s signing of Jonathan Tah. Despite interest from other Premier League clubs like Manchester City, Chelsea, and Liverpool, United are unlikely to prioritize this move unless there’s a major defensive exit.
With Amorim’s preference for a three-center-back system, United already boast strong defensive depth, including **Harry Maguire**, **Lisandro Martinez**, **Matthijs de Ligt**, **Leny Yoro**, **Ayden Heaven**, and **Noussair Mazraoui**.
Financially, spending another £50M+ on defense doesn’t align with the club’s current priorities. Their focus remains on reinforcing attack and midfield areas.
United have already made a big move by signing **Matheus Cunha** from Wolves for £62.5 million. With a £100M striker nearly secured and more signings expected, the club is aggressively reshaping its squad under new management.
Stay tuned — more transfer action is expected in the coming weeks as Manchester United continue their summer rebuild.
