Tag: Napoli
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“We are tired of trying to make him happy.” Napoli on Osimhen.
Napoli Sporting Director, Giovanni Manna has revealed Victor Osimhen was not willing to play for the club anymore hence the reason for transfer alternatives, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The deadline day drama was the one everyone waited patiently to see how it would end as the move to either Saudi Pro League outfit, Al-Ahli or Chelsea never…
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Osimhen rejects Saudi move, holds out for top European clubs
Napoli striker Victor Osimhen is reportedly holding out for a move to a top European club, despite a lucrative offer from Saudi Arabian side Al Ahli, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Sky Sport Italia claimed Al Ahli have tabled a €70m bid for the Nigerian international, but Osimhen is unwilling to consider the move. The 25-year-old has a…
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Chelsea’s Osimhen pursuit gets boost as Napoli lower demands
Chelsea’s bid to sign Victor Osimhen from Napoli has received a significant boost after the Serie A club reduced their asking price, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Napoli’s sporting director, Giovanni Manna, held talks with Chelsea officials in London, where a potential deal was discussed. The report suggests that a bid of £38.5m, plus the inclusion of Romelu…
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Osimhen out of Conte’s plan
Serie A outfit have begun the new season without Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen in their plan, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen who has been a subject of transfer speculations failed to kick a back for the Azzuri in preseason with the club reporting the 25 year-old injured. However, after his return and active participation in training, the…
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Osimhen resumes training after minor set back
Napoli striker, Victor Osimhen has resumed full training after week of absence due to injury, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The 25 year-old on his return from the summer break was reported to have a slight knock which has ruled him out of the early preparation for the new season. Napoli under new coach, Antonio Conte has been…
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Chelsea looking to explore loan options for Victor Osimhen
Chelsea are reportedly locked in high-stakes negotiations with Napoli for the acquisition of prolific Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen. This audacious move comes as the London club seeks to address their ongoing striker crisis, despite a summer spending spree that has already seen them invest heavily in their squad, Nigeriasoccernet.com wrtes. Renowned journalist David Ornstein has…
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Chelsea receive boost in pursuit of Osimhen as Napoli open to sale
Chelsea’s search for a top-class striker has been given a significant lift, with Napoli reportedly willing to consider selling Victor Osimhen, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen had previously agreed to join Paris Saint-Germain, but with negotiations between the French giants and Napoli stalling, the Nigerian international’s future is now uncertain. Renowned journalist, Fabrizio Romano’s update suggested that…
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Napoli Director: Management made mistake not selling Osimhen last summer
Napoli director, Mauro Moliso, has conceded that the Serie A club made an error in not selling Victor Osimhen last summer, despite significant interest from top European teams, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen’s impressive performances in the 2022/23 season, which included 26 goals in 32 league appearances, sparked widespread interest in the striker. However, Napoli in trying…
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Napoli president offers PSG discount on his star striker
Napoli president, Aurelio De Laurentiis is reportedly willing to give Paris Saint-Germain a marginal discount on star striker Victor Osimhen, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Partenopei are eager to sell the Nigerian forward this summer to fund reinforcements for Antonio Conte’s new project. However, no club has yet matched Osimhen’s €130 million release clause, delaying the potential…
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More money: Osimhen agrees to €14Million salary from PSG
Napoli striker, Victor Osimhen is poised to secure a substantial salary increase at Paris Saint-Germain, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nigerian international and PSG have reportedly agreed to a lucrative five-year deal worth €14 million monthly, marking a notable rise from his current salary at Napoli. Osimhen’s agent, Roberto Calenda, according to Tuttosport, recently conducted negotiations in…
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Conte will not block Osimhen’s Napoli exit
Napoli manager Antonio Conte has confirmed that he will not stand in the way of Victor Osimhen’s departure from the club this summer, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen, who has a €130 million release clause in his contract, is expected to leave Napoli, with Paris Saint-Germain emerging as a potential destination. The 25 year-old for almost a…
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Osimhen sits out of Conte’s first pre-season friendly
Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen was in the stands while Napoli thrashed local side 4-0 in a friendly on Tuesday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The pre-season tie against Anaune Val Di Non was Napoli’s new appointed manager, Antonio Conte first opportunity to see the players in full strides. Star striker, Osimhen who was initially listed for the game…
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Fresh Update: Paris Saint-German in advance talks with Osimhen
Ligue 1 champion, Paris Saint-Germain are advancing in talks with Victor Osimhen’s representatives for a possible move away from Italy, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen although recently extended his years on his contract with Napoli until 2026, but the with a release clause of €130m. With Napoli insisting on the huge sum, suitors like Arsenal, Manchester United…
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“He’s a top player” Conte keeps tight lips on Osimhen
Napoli head coach, Antonio Conte has refused to give much away about the transfer status of his star striker, Victor Osimhen, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen has been a subject of transfer speculations for over a season with the Nigeria international being linked to Manchester United, Real Madrid, Paris Saint-German, Arsenal and Saudi club. With the Conte…
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PSG submit €200m bid for Napoli duo of Osimhen and Kvaratskhelia
Ligue 1 champions, Paris Saint-Germain has made a significant move to bolster their attack by bidding €200 million for Napoli’s Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Victor Osimhen, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The French outfit have been on the quest of acquiring the services of Nigeria international for months now and at some point reportedly looking from the deal due…
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Ancelotti: Why Real Madrid look away from Osimhen
Real Madrid gaffer, Carlo Ancelotti has disclosed why the club opted not to sign Napoli striker, Victor Osimhen, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Last summer, the European champions were heavily linked with the Nigeria international but opted for Jude Bellingham, believing the Sun 19 year-old’s arrival could offset the loss of Karim Benzema. While Real Madrid are doing…
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Latest: Lukaku, Casadei plus cash: Chelsea new offer for to Osimhen
English Premier League outfit, Chelsea are exploring the possibility of a package deal to sign Napoli striker Victor Osimhen, which could involve offering players Romelu Lukaku and Cesare Casadei in exchange, Nigeriasoccernet.com gathers. The Super Eagles striker who signed a new contract in December with the intention of leaving this summer, is growing frustrated due…
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Osimhen set to begin pre-season with Napoli amid Transfer speculation
Nigerian forward, Victor Osimhen is expected to start the pre-season with Napoli next week, despite rumors linking him to several top European clubs, including Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester United, Nigeriasoccerrnet.com reports. New Napoli coach Antonio Conte may meet with Osimhen in Castel Volturno next week, as no European club has yet made a formal…
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Napoli may be forced to lower Osimhen’s price again
Napoli are facing the possibility of having to reduce their asking price for striker Victor Osimhen for the second time, as no clubs have made an approach for the Nigerian forward despite the club’s hopes to sell him this summer, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Recall Nigeriasoccernet indicated that Napoli had reduced Osimhen’s asking price from €120m-€130m to…
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“I told the NFF not to make a pronouncement” Sports Minister on Osimhen-Finidi sagger
The minister for sports, John Enoh had claimed he’s reason why the Nigeria Football Federation have been quiet over the unruly expression of Super Eagles forward, Victor Osimhen, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen in defending himself over the claim of deliberately absconding from the team in the June 2026 FIFA qualifying series went overboard, calling out the…