Tag: Victor Osimhen
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Okoye, Iheanacho add to the qualities in Uyo
The Super Eagles camp continue to bubble as Udinese goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye takes the number of players in camp to 22 ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Okoye arrived team’s hotel hours after his compatriot, Kelechi Iheanacho was revealed to have joined the team on Wednesday afternoon. Nigerians wait the…
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Osimhen sacks agent amid transfer saga
Ex Napoli striker Victor Osimhen has parted ways with his agent Roberto Calenda, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nigeria international is said to be disillusioned with Calenda’s handling of his transfer saga, which saw proposed moves to Al Ahli and Chelsea fall through on deadline day. Osimhen reportedly took matters into his own hands, negotiating a loan…
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Osimhen reveals Mertens’ influence in Galatasaray move
Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen has disclosed that he sought advice from his former Napoli teammate Dries Mertens before completing a loan move to Galatasaray, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen, who arrived in Istanbul on Tuesday, was greeted by a enthusiastic reception at the airport, with fans chanting his name in the arrivals area. The 25-year-old, who has…
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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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Turkey: African Best welcomed in grandstyle
Super Eagles striker and reigning Africa Player of the Year, Victor Osimhen received a grand welcome in Turkey in the early hours of Tuesday ahead of his loan move to the Turkish Super Lig champions, Galatasaray, Nigeriasoccernet.com can report. Following his failed deadline-day move to Chelsea, Victor Osimhen has remained in the news after Antonio…
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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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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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Osimhen to stay at Napoli
Nigeria Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen will stay with Italian Serie A side, Napoli after a last-minute move to Chelsea stalled, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. ?? Deal completely OFF for Victor Osimhen. No agreement with Chelsea and #CFC delegation now leaving Napoli. If nothing happens from Saudi next 3 days, Osimhen will stay at Napoli but he’s…
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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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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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Peseiro rates Lookman’s technical ability over Osimhen’s
Former Super Eagles coach Jose Peseiro has shared his expert opinion on the contrasting styles of Ademola Lookman and Victor Osimhen, rating the Atlanta winger as more technical than the Napoli striker, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Peseiro, who worked with both players during Nigeria’s 2023 AFCON campaign, highlighted Lookman’s creative flair and goal-scoring form, stating, “Ademola is…
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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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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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Chelsea still much in the race for Osimhen – Fabrizio Romano
Transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano has stated that English side Chelsea is still much in the race to sign Nigeria Talisman, Victor Osimhen, Nigeriasoccernet.com gathers. The Super Eagles striker has been the subject of transfer speculation since the end of last season. Although a couple of clubs like PSG, and Arsenal have shown interest in having…
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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…