Leave Manchester United to Ease Osimhen’s Arrival, Rio Ferdinand Tells Alejandro Garnacho

In a very controversial remark that has set Manchester United fans and the football community abuzz, former Manchester United legend, Rio Ferdinand has opined that Alejandro Garnacho should consider quitting Old Trafford if it means bringing Napoli star Victor Osimhen to the club.

Manchester United legend Ferdinand weighed in on the latest drama involving Argentine youngster Garnacho and whether Nigerian striker Osimhen would leave for a potential transfer.

The legendary centre-back added that Garnacho, despite being promising at Manchester United, could be made even better if it were done in order to sign a player like Osimhen, whose signing would be a huge boost to the attacking team.

“I think Garnacho is full of potential, but every now and again there are some of these kind of players that require a change of scenery. If selling him can provide them with the sort of player that Osimhen has been for Napoli, then it’s a win-win for both parties,” Ferdinand said on one of his recent podcast sessions.

Osimhen has been in phenomenal form at Napoli, his goal-scoring potency making him the most highly sought-after striker in Europe. His leadership, along with his physicality and technical skill, has drawn a lot of top clubs including Manchester United who are reportedly eager to bolster their options in attack next season.

The suggestion has ignited attention since 21-year-old Garnacho has produced flashes of brilliance since making the move into United’s first team, with his pace and flair making him a hopeful one for the future. Nevertheless, with competition in United’s attacking department growing, and with manager Erik ten Hag seeking proven quality, Garnacho’s future at Old Trafford is subject to more scrutiny.

Ferdinand’s remarks come on the back of reports that Manchester United could target a shake-up of their team in the summer transfer market, with the club set to make a strong bid for Osimhen, who might be available for a fee of around £80 million.

While Ferdinand believes Garnacho has a bright future in the Premier League, he stated that young players sometimes need to leave clubs to establish themselves first-team football. “We saw it happen with Jadon Sancho and Daniel James, who thrived once they made transfers away from United,” he said. “It may be the best thing for Garnacho’s career if the right opportunity is there.”

However, Garnacho’s representatives have so far said nothing regarding the possibility of a transfer, and whether the winger will contemplate leaving United when he is finally starting to establish himself remains uncertain. Whatever, Ferdinand’s input has once again fueled the debate over the right thing for both Garnacho and the club.

But the pursuit of Victor Osimhen is seen as a most significant move in Manchester United’s strategy to battle for the Premier League title next year. The 25-year-old striker’s Serie A record of consistently being among the league’s leading goal-scorers has made him the obvious choice for the Red Devils.

If the transfer materializes, Osimhen would arguably be the target striker United have been craving for decades, adding a clinical edge and dynamic presence in the final third. His arrival would certainly overpower United’s current forward options, including Garnacho, Marcus Rashford, and Antony, to enhance their performance and earn their place in a more contested configuration.

With the summer window fast approaching, it remains to be seen whether Ferdinand’s suggestion will influence United’s plans. Meanwhile, all eyes remain on both Garnacho’s fate and ongoing pursuit of Osimhen, with fans eagerly awaiting any news.