Victor Osimhen is reportedly evaluating a potential move to Saudi Arabia following growing frustration over stalled transfer talks with Manchester United.
According to Foot Mercato and other media outlets, the 2023 African Ballon d’Or winner is becoming increasingly disillusioned with the lack of progress on a proposed switch to Old Trafford.
Despite earlier interest and direct contact from United, the Premier League side has yet to follow up with a formal offer for the Nigerian striker, who has been identified as a key target to bolster their attacking options.
Currently on loan at Turkish champions Galatasaray, Osimhen had been awaiting a permanent transfer solution ahead of the summer window.
But with Manchester United dragging their feet, the 25-year-old is said to be opening the door to other possibilities—including a lucrative move to the Saudi Pro League.
According to reports, Al Hilal have emerged as a serious contender for Osimhen’s signature.
The Riyadh-based club is believed to have tabled a substantial offer to the player, one that could tempt him to join the growing list of international stars now playing in the Middle East.
Osimhen’s potential move would be among the most high-profile in the upcoming transfer window.
After a season in which he reaffirmed his status as one of Africa’s finest forwards, his next destination is set to draw considerable attention.
While Galatasaray remain hopeful of retaining the striker on a permanent basis, the financial muscle of the Saudi Pro League presents a major obstacle.
Al Hilal, already known for securing big-name signings, could present both a sporting and financial package difficult to resist.
The uncertainty surrounding Manchester United’s recruitment strategy has added to the speculation.
Having shown early interest, United now appear hesitant to commit, possibly due to internal restructuring and financial constraints.
Their indecision may well cost them the chance to land one of the most in-demand forwards currently available.
As the summer window approaches, Osimhen’s future remains open-ended.
What is clear, however, is that the Nigerian forward is no longer prepared to wait indefinitely.
With a concrete offer from Al Hilal on the table, and Manchester United yet to act, the striker’s next move could well take him away from Europe—and into the heart of Saudi Arabia’s football revolution.
