Victor Osimhen is reportedly wanted by Manchester United to replace Cristiano Ronaldo.

Victor Osimhen is reportedly wanted by Manchester United to replace Cristiano Ronaldo.

According to a new report, Manchester United's top target to replace Cristiano Ronaldo is Napoli's Victor Osimhen.

Manchester United has approached Nigerian striker Osimhen, according to Football Italia, but Napoli are demanding at least €100 million for the Super Eagles forward, who has 11 goals in 22 appearances across all competitions this season.

After Edinson Cavani's contract at Old Trafford expires in the summer, the Red Devils are said to be considering a move for a new first-choice striker.

As things stand, Cavani will be a free agent in the summer and is unlikely to sign a new contract before the end of the season.

There are also unanswered questions about Cristiano Ronaldo's immediate future, as he is said to be considering leaving United if they fail to finish in the Premier League's top four at the end of the season.

The 37-year-old appeared frustrated following United's 0-0 draw with Watford at Old Trafford on Saturday, and is said to have doubts about manager Ralf Rangnick's ability to secure Champions League qualification for next season.

England captain Harry Kane and Borussia Dortmund talisman Erling Haaland are among the high-profile names linked with a move to Manchester United.

Osimhen was named to Nigeria's squad for the Africa Cup of Nations this year after scoring five goals in six games to help the Super Eagles qualify for the tournament.

After suffering a cheekbone injury prior to his team's first match, he did not play a single minute at the tournament.

Before his move to Juventus in 2018, Osimhen had previously expressed his admiration for the five-time Ballon d'Or winner.