African players abroad Odion Ighalo backs Victor Osimhen to join Manchester United

Ighalo Osimhen Man United

Nigeria Super Eagles legend Odion Ighalo has urged Victor Osimhen to join Manchester United amid reports linking the Napoli striker to a move to Old Trafford next summer.

Ighalo who has Manchester United as dream club, had the opportunity to play on loan for the club during the 2020-2021 season.

Now at Al Hilal in Saudi Arabia, the 33-year old wants another Nigerian player to plahy for the Red Devils.

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“I think it is a good fit because he is a young boy, he runs and he can score goals,” Ighalo told Sky Sports News.

“Having Victor Osimhen and Rashford in the top at Manchester United will cause any defender panic because they are two fast players and they are goalscorers. I think he will fit in well with Manchester United.

“I know him so well, he’s like a brother to me. We talk every once in a while, I advise him, I talk to him and I tell him to keep working hard and believe in himself, which he is doing. He is on the right path. He is a goalscorer, he never stops.”

In addition, Osimhen had 21 goals in 26 appearances across all competitions this season.


Aimé ATTI

Aimé ATTI is a bilingual journalist who breathes football and shares his passion on Africa Top Sports

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