Andy Cole gives 2 reasons why Man Utd should sign Osimhen ahead of Kane
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Andy Cole gives 2 reasons why Man Utd should sign Osimhen ahead of Kane

Joba Ogunwale • 18:35 - 17.05.2023

Osimhen and Kane top the list of strikers Manchester United are interested in signing this summer.

Former Manchester United star Andy Cole has urged Manchester United to go for Victor Osimhen ahead of Harry Kane this summer. 

Manchester United are looking for a top centre-forward and are expected to pursue one aggressively this summer. 

Osimhen and Kane on Man Utd's radar

Osimhen and Kane are top of United’s list, as both players have been outstanding for their clubs this season. 

Osimhen has been linked with a move to Manchester United
Osimhen in action against Monza over the weekend|imago

Osimhen has been arguably Napoli’s best player this season after leading the Neapolitans to their first league title in 33 years. 

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The 24-year-old has scored 23 goals and assisted another five to help Napoli win their first Serie A title since 1990. 

Meanwhile, Harry Kane has 29 goals for Tottenham Hotspur this season, including 27 in the Premier League. 

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However, while Kane has enough Premier League experience, having played in England all his career, Cole insists Osimhen is the perfect option for Man Utd. 

Kane has also been linked with a move to Manchester United
Kane strikes a penalty against Aston Villa|imago

The former Blackburn striker believes Osimhen’s age gives him an edge over Kane, who turns 30 in July. 

Cole says Osimhen should be Man Utd's priority

Cole also added that Osimhen has enough quality to lead United’s attack, having shown that this season. 

 "Kane is 30 years old next season and Osimhen is currently 24 years old, and he's already done a lot at his age too. Italian football is difficult, but there will be no doubt that he can adapt to the Premier League. If Manchester United want to pay £100m for a 24-year-old or a 30-year-old, you have to look at it in the long term," Cole told  King Casino Bonus per Utd district. 

However, Osimhen will cost Man Utd a lot of money as he still has two years left on his contract in Naples. His transfer is also unlikely to happen as Napoli are not interested in selling their prized asset. 

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