Manchester United eye move for Oghenetejiri Adejenughure, Austrian teen dubbed ‘next Erling Haaland’

Manchester United eye move for Oghenetejiri Adejenughure, Austrian teen dubbed ‘next Erling Haaland’

Ayoola Kelechi 12:25 - 30.03.2025

The Red Devils have been linked to a move for the 18-year-old goal machine

Manchester United have entered the race for Nigerian-born Austrian wonderkid Oghenetejiri Adejenughure, a rising star from the Red Bull Salzburg system who has been likened to Erling Haaland.

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With AC Milan and Borussia Dortmund also interested, the 18-year-old striker could be the next major talent to emerge from Austria’s footballing pipeline.

Manchester United determined to secure Austria’s next big star

Having famously missed out on Haaland, The Red Devils are keen to avoid repeating history by signing Adejenughure early.

Erling Haaland

The young striker currently plays for Liefering, Salzburg’s feeder club, where he has impressed despite modest senior stats of two goals and one assist in 18 league matches.

However, his youth-level goal tally, including 19 goals in 22 U18 games, has attracted major European attention.

Former RB Salzburg star Oghenetejiri Adejenughure | Imago
Former RB Salzburg star Oghenetejiri Adejenughure | Imago Former RB Salzburg star Oghenetejiri Adejenughure | Imago

Former Manchester United boss Ralf Rangnick even invited him to train with Austria’s senior squad, further highlighting his potential.

Competition mounts as top clubs circle

Adejenughure’s performances in Austria’s youth setup, including four goals in four U17 European Championship games, have sparked a bidding war.

Oghenetejiri Adejenughure playing for Austria U19 | Imago
Oghenetejiri Adejenughure playing for Austria U19 | Imago Oghenetejiri Adejenughure playing for Austria U19 | Imago

AC Milan and Borussia Dortmund are already tracking him, making Manchester United’s pursuit of the youngster more urgent.

With the Red Devils’ current recruitment strategy focusing on young, high-potential players, Adejenughure fits the mold, joining a list of recent signings like Chido Obi and Ayden Heaven.

However, securing his signature will not be easy, just as in the case of Haaland, as European giants continue to monitor his development.