Victor vs Viktor: Manchester United to choose between Osimhen and Gyokeres for blockbuster transfer

Manchester United are back in familiar territory this summer, hunting for a world-class striker to fix their goal-scoring woes.

But with two high-powered forwards on the table, Victor Osimhen and Viktor Gyokeres, the club is now faced with a dilemma that could shape their future.

On paper, Viktor Gyokeres is a manager’s dream. Thirty-nine goals in just 33 games for Sporting CP last season have rocketed his value and turned him into one of the hottest strikers in Europe.

Manchester United have had eyes on the 27-year-old Swede for months, and with Arsenal lurking in the background, the race is heating up fast.

Gyokeres brings raw power, hold-up play, and lethal finishing to the table, perfect for a Manchester United side looking to add physicality and consistency up front.

He is also slightly more affordable than Osimhen, and his wage demands are expected to be easier to handle. The Red Devils would love to get this deal done before pre-season, and with the club looking to reshape their frontline, this could be the moment Gyokeres takes the Premier League leap.

Victor Osimhen is not out of the picture due to interest in Gyokeres. Manchester United have reopened talks with Napoli about the 26-year-old Nigerian striker, whose €75m price tag remains unchanged.

After a stellar loan spell at Galatasaray, Osimhen has made it clear he wants a move this summer, and Manchester United are one of the few clubs willing to meet his high expectations, such as his reported €12m annual salary request.

Osimhen’s pace, pressing, and Premier League-ready mentality make him a tempting option for United’s new-look setup. While Galatasaray want him back and other suitors circle, United are firmly in the running and could make a decisive push.

With both forwards offering unique strengths, the final decision could come down to who fits the club’s tactical puzzle best.