Transfer rumors, news: Man United considering Osimhen swoop

Manchester United weigh-up a January move for Victor Osimhen, while Bayern Munich short list Borussia Dortmund's Jamie Gittens. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip from around the globe.

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TRENDING RUMORS

- Manchester United are keeping tabs on Victor Osimhen ahead of the January transfer window, Sky Sport Switzerland reports. The Nigeria international is on loan at Galatasaray, where he has scored nine goals and provided three assists in 11 Süper Lig matches, but could be recalled by Napoli next month -- and transferred permanently. It is reported that United would have "no trouble" reaching an agreement over personal terms with the 22-year-old. Nevertheless, a transfer fee would still need to be settled with Napoli, who are expected to demand around €75 million to sanction his exit. Added to that, Man United have more pressing concerns at left-back in the winter window.

- Borussia Dortmund winger Jamie Gittens is high on Bayern Munich's list of targets for next summer, according to Florian Plettenberg. The 20-year-old, who has emerged as a key player in the first half the season, is yet to express a desire to leave Dortmund. However, Bayern coach Vincent Kompany and director of sport Max Eberl are reportedly "raving" internally about Gittens, who scored against Bayern earlier this season. A winter transfer has been ruled out, meaning Dortmund will wait until the summer to see which clubs make a genuine attempt to sign their star attacker. Gittens has scored 14 goals in all competitions for Die Schwarzgelben since 2022.

- Atalanta head coach Gian Piero Gasperini is seriously concerned that Liverpool or Real Madrid will try to sign Charles De Ketelaere in the near future, La Repubblica reports. The Reds have recently been linked with De Ketelaere, who has scored 10 goals and registered nine assists in 24 games this term. The 23-year-old -- who operates chiefly as a No. 10 -- moved to Atalanta on an initial loan from AC Milan, where he had failed to score a single goal in 40 appearances, which subsequently became permanent earlier this year.

- Aston Villa forward Jhon Durán is a key target for Paris Saint-Germain in the January transfer window, according to Ekrem Konor. The 21-year-old has been lined up as a potential replacement for Randal Kolo Muani by PSG head coach Luis Enrique. Les Parisiens are keen to strengthen their attack this winter, and they could turn to the Villa man, who has bagged seven goals in 17 Premier League games this season. Durán has previously been linked with the likes of Chelsea and Napoli. According to TMW, Napoli are also preparing an offer.

- Theo Hernández's future at AC Milan remains in doubt, reports Gazzetta dello Sport. Coach Paulo Fonseca has dropped the France international due to poor form, and criticised his performances in front of the squad. With a contract which only runs until the summer of 2026, Milan may decide to seek out interested parties, such as Man United. However, the report adds that Hernandez is happy at San Siro and wants to get back in the team and sign a new deal.

EXPERT TAKE

ESPN's Rob Dawson explains why Victor Osimhen is unlikely to join Manchester United in January:

There are doubts at Man United about Joshua Zirkzee, which has led to speculation about other strikers.

Zirkzee has struggled since his summer move from Bologna and there's another issue now about whether he suits Ruben Amorim's system. Amorim seems to favour a Rasmus Højlund or Viktor Gyökeres type -- someone who can lead the line and run into the channels -- and Zirkzee isn't that. He's far more comfortable dropping off the front and almost playing as a No.10.

United have looked at Victor Osimhen in the past. He's probably a better fit than Zirkzee for Amorim's system, but finances would be an issue. United have been clear that there isn't a lot of money to spend on new players, particularly in January.

OTHER RUMORS

- Newcastle United could allow Sandro Tonali to leave to create space in the transfer budget to strengthen in other areas. He will not move in January, but a switch to Juventus could happen next summer. (Football Insider)

- Manchester United's move for Atalanta midfielder Ederson could gather pace after the Old Trafford hierarchy gave full approval to sign the 25-year-old. (TMW)

- Ben Chilwell is facing six months in the wilderness. He is not part of Chelsea's first-team plans and no other club is interested in taking on his £190,000-a-week salary. (The Sun)

- Barcelona are watching Crystal Palace left-back Tyrick Mitchell, who is out of contract next summer. Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur are also linked to the 25-year-old. (Diario Sport)

- Tottenham Hotspur have sent scouts to watch Vitor Roque in recent months. The 19-year-old midfielder is on loan at Real Betis from Barcelona. (Relevo)

- AC Milan are considering a move for Germany international Angelo Stiller after Torino blocked their interest in Samuele Ricci. Stiller, 23, is a defensive midfielder for VfB Stuttgart and would cost up to €30m. (Tuttosport)

- Wolverhampton Wanderers are leading the race to sign Lens defender Kevin Danso in January. Talks have already taken place between the clubs over the 26-year-old, who is under contract until 2027. (Football Insider)

- Chelsea's Cesare Casadei, 21, and Napoli's Michael Folorunsho, 26, are on Lazio's shortlist to strengthen in midfield. As Lazio's squad is full, they need to sign an Italian player aged under 22 to be able to play him, which makes Casadei favourite. (Gazzetta dello Sport)

- Napoli will attempt to sign Lorenzo Pellegrini next month. The AS Roma captain, 28, has lost his place in the team and has come in for much criticism. He is moving into the last 18 months of his contract. (Gazzetta dello Sport)

- Tottenham want to sign Atalanta defender Ben Godfrey on loan for the second half off the season. The defender moved to Italy from Everton for £10m last summer but has only played five games. (Football Insider)