Tag: SSC Napoli
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Arsenal ready to launch audacious bid for Victor Osimhen – report
Arsenal have thrown their hat for Victor Osimhen and are ready to officially open talks with Napoli as they look to close the deal in time before other European giants submit their offer to the Serie A outfit, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The London outfit, who have not hidden their desire since it was made known that…
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New development on Manchester United’ pursuit of Victor Osimhen emerges
Manchester United are convinced that Nigerian star Victor Osimhen is one of the reliable forward to lead their attack line and as such, they haven’t sent scouts to monitor him because they are very well aware of his qualities and potentials but the dealbreaker remains convincing the player to move to Old Trafford, Nigeriasoccernet.com writes.…
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Fisayo Dele-Bashiru shines in Lazio’s 3-1 Coppa Italia win over Napoli
In Italy, Nigerian midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru played a key role in Lazio’s 3-1 win over Napoli in the Coppa Italia. Dele-Bashiru, who started the match, was substituted in the 73rd minute, contributing to his team’s commanding performance, Nigeriasoccernet.com writes. This victory secured Lazio’s place in the next round of the competition. Dele-Bashiru’s performance in this…
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Newcastle United join the race for Super Eagles talisman
Victor Osimhen hasn’t been short of interest from top clubs since his strained relationship with Napoli, from Chelsea to Arsenal, Manchester United, PSG and also a big money proposal from Saudi Arabia which he vehemently refuted, another EPL club has joined the que for his acquisition, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Super Eagles forward who is currently…
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Napoli compel Osimhen to contract extension before Galatasaray loan move
Napoli striker, Victor Osimhen will be required to sign a contract extension with the Serie A club before completing a loan move to Galatasaray, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nigerian international is set to join the Turkish side on a dry loan, with no option or obligation to buy, but Napoli want assurances that their investment is…
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Napoli not willing to keep Osimhen – Sporting Director
The Victor Osimhen transfer saga will linger for long, even after the end of the transfer window, Nigeriasoccenet.com reports. After Napoli tried selling the Nigeria international by all means especially after Al-Alhi from the Saudi Pro League showed up on the last days and Osimhen refused to leave, the relationship between both parties has been…
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Conte rules out Osimhen’s return after failed Chelsea move
Napoli manager, Antonio Conte has confirmed that the club will not reintegrate Victor Osimhen into his squad, following the collapse of his transfer to Chelsea on Friday night, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. According to football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the decision was made by manager Antonio Conte and the club’s management on Saturday night. “Napoli confirms they…
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PSG plotting last ditch attempt for Osimhen
According to reports as gathered by Nigeriasoccernet.com, Paris Saint-Germain is making a last-ditch attempt to sign Napoli’s Victor Osimhen in big blow to Chelsea’s plan. The Ligue 1 champions have been long-time admirers of the Nigerian striker, but their pursuit has been unsuccessful until now. Goncalo Ramos’ injury on the opening day of the season…
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Arsenal revive interest in Victor Osimhen with €100m bid
English Premier League outfit, Arsenal have re-entered the race to sign Napoli striker Victor Osimhen, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The London based club are prepared to pay €100m for the in-demand Nigerian international. Osimhen, who signed a new contract in December 2023, has a €130m release clause, but with no club meeting that valuation, Napoli are yet…
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Chelsea to pursue Osimhen and Lukaku deals separately
Chelsea have decided to negotiate deals for Victor Osimhen and Romelu Lukaku separately, after initial attempts to discuss a swap deal between the two strikers stalled, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the Blues will now focus on selling Lukaku to Napoli on a permanent basis, with personal terms already agreed upon. Meanwhile,…
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Arsenal should get Osimhen – Petit
Former Arsenal midfielder Emmanuel Petit has called on the club to sign Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Following another unsuccessful Premier League campaign, the Gunners are looking to bolster their attacking options and the former Gunner sees the Nigerian attacker as an ideal player to help them compete on all front next season. Despite…
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Osimhen misses Napoli’s training
Super Eagles talisman, Victor Osimhen was again missing from Napoli’s training as they prepare for the final game of the 2023/24 Italian Serie A season against Lecce, Nigeriasoccernet.com gathered. In the trainig held on Monday afternoon, the players were seen working hard on pitch one, kicking off with warm-ups and aerobic drills. They also followed…
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Osimhen dreams of Chelsea transfer
Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen is expected to leave Napoil at the end of the season despite signing new Napoli deal recently, and with top European clubs eager to have him in their ranks, however, the Nigerian seems to have a preferred destination in his heart, Nigeriasoccernet.com writes. Owsimhen who was Napoli’s talisman last season…
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Napoli eye Nigerian striker Victor Boniface as potential Osimhen successor
Serie A champions, SSC Napoli, are reportedly considering Nigerian striker Victor Boniface as a replacement for compatriot Victor Osimhen, amid speculation about Osimhen’s future, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen played a pivotal role in Napoli’s Serie A triumph last season, ending a 33-year drought. Despite extending his contract until 2026, Osimhen’s potential departure at the end of…
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UCL: Osimhen fires blank as Napoli bow out of Europe’s top competition
Tuesday night wasn’t for Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen as his Napoli crashed out of the 2023/24 UEFA Champions League after losing 3-1 to Barcelona at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, Nigeriasoccernet.com writes. Osimhen after scoring the equaliser for Napoli in the 1st leg 1-1 draw at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona failed to hit the…
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Osimhen misses penalty as Napoli’s resurgence continues
Super Eagles and SSC Napoli talisman, Victor Osimhen missed an opportunity to increase his goal tally for Napoli on Sunday night but his kick from the spot was saved by Juventus goalkeeper, Szczesny, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. In the highly intended game played at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, Kvaratskhelia put the host ahead 3 minutes into…
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Alex Iwobi beaten by Marcus Rashford to Premier League Player of the Month
Despite being in superb form in the month of September, Everton and Nigeria International midfielder Alex Iwobi couldn’t lay his hands on the prestigious Premier League Player of the Month. England International and Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford has beaten Super Eagles star Alex Iwobi, Kevin De Bruyne, and four others to the Premier League…
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Alex Iwobi nominated for Premier League Player of the Month
Nigeria International, Alex Iwobi, has been nominated for the Premier League Player of the Month for September following his superb display in the month. The former Arsenal midfielder has been one of the best performers in the league since the start of the season. Iwobi was instrumental to the Toffees winning their first league game…