Victor Osimhen’s absence sparks further transfer speculation amid Napoli’s pre-season

By Asuquo

Posted on July 21, 2024

Napoli’s star striker, Victor Osimhen, has yet to appear in the club’s preseason matches, sparking rumors about his potential departure.

The Nigerian forward, known for his prolific goal-scoring, missed both Napoli’s 3-0 victory against Mantova and their 4-0 win over Anaune Val Di Non under new manager Antonio Conte.

Osimhen’s absence has intensified speculation about his future, with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) emerging as the leading contender for his signature.

Reports suggest that PSG is willing to meet Napoli’s substantial €120 million asking price for the 25-year-old Super Eagles star. However, Osimhen has previously expressed interest in moving to the Premier League, adding further complexity to the transfer saga.

Conte’s decision to exclude Osimhen from the squad, despite the player not being injured, hints at a potential imminent transfer.

Conte has commented on Osimhen’s possible move to PSG, expressing confidence that the deal will be finalized soon. This suggests that Napoli is preparing for life without their star striker and may have plans to reinvest the transfer fee.

Osimhen’s stats with Napoli highlight his impact: he has played 134 matches, scored 76 goals, provided 12 assists, and received 22 yellow cards and 3 red cards.

His absence from preseason games indicates that Napoli is potentially readying for his exit and transitioning smoothly into a new era.

Napoli fans are keenly observing this transitional period, hoping that the club’s plans will lead to continued success on the pitch, with or without their Nigerian goal-scoring machine.

With PSG seemingly closing in on the deal, the transfer saga involving one of Serie A’s most exciting players might soon reach its conclusion.