January 16, 2026 Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has thrown his weight behind a potential January move for Victor Osimhen, insisting the Nigerian striker would join the Premier League giants “100 per cent” if a concrete offer was made. Rio Ferdinand during his podcast, backing Osimhen for a January move to Old Trafford. Speaking on his Rio Ferdinand Presents podcast earlier this week, the ex-England international said Osimhen fits the profile of striker United urgently need and would not hesitate to accept a move to Old Trafford. Ferdinand’s comments have reignited speculat

January 16, 2026 Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has thrown his weight behind a potential January move for Victor Osimhen, insisting the Nigerian striker would join the Premier League giants “100 per cent” if a concrete offer was made.

Rio Ferdinand during his podcast, backing Osimhen for a January move to Old Trafford.

Speaking on his Rio Ferdinand Presents podcast earlier this week, the ex-England international said Osimhen fits the profile of striker United urgently need and would not hesitate to accept a move to Old Trafford. Ferdinand’s comments have reignited speculation around the Super Eagles star’s future amid ongoing questions over United’s attacking options this season.

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen could be on the move to Manchester United, according to Rio Ferdinand.

Osimhen, 27 remains one of Africa’s most sought-after forwards following his prolific spells in European football, where his pace, physical presence and eye for goal have earned widespread admiration. Manchester United have struggled for consistency in front of goal, prompting renewed calls for an established No.9 during the January transfer window. While no official bid has been submitted and negotiations have yet to be confirmed, Ferdinand’s endorsement adds momentum to growing transfer chatter linking the Red Devils with the Nigerian international. Financial considerations and contractual obligations remain key obstacles, but United’s need for attacking reinforcement is increasingly evident. For now, the prospect of Osimhen at Old Trafford remains speculative but Ferdinand’s confident backing has ensured the story will dominate January transfer discussions.

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