Tag: Victor Osimhen
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Osimhen hits back at Finidi over commitment claims
Super Eagles star striker, Victor Osimhen has responded to comments made by former Super Eagles head coach, Finidi George regarding his deliberate absences from June FIFA window, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen missed the recent 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against South Africa and Benin Republic due to injury, but Finidi suggested that the striker could still…
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Osimhen’s €130m release clause could be triggered by Al Ahli
Saudi Arabia Pro League club, Al Ahli, are prepared to meet Victor Osimhen’s release clause, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Napoli striker who recently signed a contract extension until 2026 has been on the redial of top clubs in Europe. However, the reported €130 million release clause in his contract coupled with the weekly take home have…
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King of the Pitch: Osimhen beats Boniface to new crown
Napoli striker, Victor Osimhen has been crowned ‘King of the Pitch’ at the Nigeria Pitch Award over his compatriots, Victor Boniface and Emeka Mbaoma, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nigeria Pitch Award, a football ceremony put together to celebrate the contribution and performance of football players and stakeholders yesterday in the gala night announced Super Eagles forward,…
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Arsenal reportedly shift focus away from Osimhen following Napoli’s hefty price tag
Arsenal’s summer transfer plans have hit a snag after their initial target, Napoli’s Victor Osimhen appears out of reach due to a hefty price tag with the Italian club’s president, Aurelio de Laurentiis declaring Osimhen likely to stay, Nigeriasoccernet.com gathered. Follwing Osimhen’s impressive performance for Napoli, the Nigeria international extended his contract until 2026 which…
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Napoli interested in Emile Smith swap deal for Osimhen
Napoli would be happy to take Takehiro Tomiyasu or Emile Smith Rowe as part of the deal for Arsenal to sign their Nigerian star Victor Osimhen this summer, Nigeriasoccernet.com has gathered. Napoli are reportedly interested in the two Arsenal stars, which could pave the way for Gunners sporting director Edu to reduce the £110million price…
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Breaking!!! Antonio Conte joins Osimhen’s Napoli
Serie A outfit, SSC Napoli are announcement away from confirming former Chelsea manager, Antonio Conte Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Napoli, after winning the Scudetto for the first time in over three decades with Luciano Spalletti in 2022/23 season, have struggled and have three different coaches to in the just concluded season. Rudi Garcia, Walter Mazzarri and Francesco…
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WCQ: Ilechukwu praises Igboke after call-up to Super Eagles
Rangers head coach Fidelis Ilechukwu has lauded Kenneth Igboke following his selection for the Super Eagles, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Igboke was added to the Super Eagles squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against South Africa and Benin Republic by head coach Finidi George on Tuesday. The left-back replaces Victor Osimhen, who is sidelined…
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World Cup Qualifiers: Victor Osimhen out, Kenneth Igboke in
Victor Osimhen will not be featuring for Nigeria Super Eagles in their upcoming World Cup qualifiers against South Africa and Benin Republic after he was ruled out injured, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Camp update: Africa Player of the Year, Victor Osimhen is injured and out for 4 weeks. Super Eagles’ Coach Finidi George has called up Enugu…
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Italy: Osimhen makes Serie A Team of the Season
Napoli forward, Victor Osimhen has been named in the Serie A Team of the Season, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen was Napoli shining light of the just concluded season following the club’s fall from the top to a club without European football. The 25 year-old earned for the second consecutive year is appearing on the much celebrated…
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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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Injury concern: Frank Onyeka likely to miss Nigeria’s World Cup qualifiers
Brentford midfielder Frank Onyeka is set to miss Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against South Africa and Benin Republic due to injury, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Onyeka, 26, was absent for Brentford’s final two matches of the season because of this setback and is expected to be left out of Nigeria’s squad for the upcoming qualifiers.…
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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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Calafiori labels Osimhen ‘annoying’ despite Bologna’s victory
Bologna’s defender, Riccardo Calafiori, has dubbed Napoli’s striker, Victor Osimhen, as an irritating force following Bologna’s triumph over Napoli, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Despite Osimhen’s presence at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona.l, Napoli succumbed to a 2-0 defeat, with Calafiori successfully limiting the Nigerian striker to just one shot on target. In a post-match interview with DAZN via Napoli…
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Giuseppe Galderisi: Napoli will struggle to replace Osimhen
Former Italy forward, Giuseppe Galderisi, has expressed concerns over Napoli’s ability to replace Victor Osimhen if the striker leaves the club this summer. Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen, expected to depart the former Serie A champions, played a pivotal role in Napoli’s Scudetto success last season, netting 26 goals in 32 league appearances. Despite missing games due…
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Fitness: Osimhen in doubt for Bologna’s visit
Napoli is facing apprehension over the readiness of Victor Osimhen for their upcoming Serie A clash with Bologna this weekend. Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Partenopei are set to host Rossoblu at the Diego Armando Maradona stadium on Saturday. Osimhen, as par Fantamaster, sustained an injury during Napoli’s recent 1-1 draw against Udinese on Monday evening. Despite…
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Victor Osimhen, Isaac Promise share goals as Napoli, Udinese share spoils
Two Nigerians were on target in the Italian Serie A matchday 35 fixture between Napoli and Udinese at the Bluenergy Stadium on Monday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Victor Osimhen’s brilliant header was not enough to give Napoli victory, as compatriot Isaac Success struck late to rescue a precious 1-1 draw for Udinese. The Super Eagles goal poacher…
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Chelsea present Lukaku and funds to Napoli over signing Osimhen
Premier League outfit, Chelsea Football Club has initiated discussions with Napoli as they pursue the signing of Victor Osimhen this summer, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The London club are preparing to launch a substantial bid to secure the services of the 24 year-old striker ahead of the upcoming season. The proposed deal according to per Di Marzio currently…
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Osimhen: I am inspired by Didier Drogba
Nigeria’s football sensation, Victor Osimhen, unveils the driving forces behind his game, citing Chelsea legend Didier Drogba as his primary influence. Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The African Footballer of the year has consistently expressed admiration for the Ivorian maestro, attributing his style and approach to Drogba’s impactful legacy. Recalling his upbringing, Osimhen reveals how he was immersed…
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Napoli gaze on Moffi, not Boniface as Osimhen’s potential replacement
Napoli is eyeing a strategic move for Terem Moffi as a prospective successor to Victor Osimhen, amid the looming departure of the former Serie A champions’ striker, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen’s impending exit has prompted Napoli to explore options, with Moffi emerging as a prime contender to fill the void left by the departing Lille forward.…