Nigerian international Victor Osimhen has returned to Naples to join his Napoli teammates for preseason activities despite ongoing uncertainty regarding his future with the Italian club. The 25-year-old striker has been the subject of numerous transfer rumors linking him with top clubs, including Manchester United, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Paris Saint-Germain.
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Osimhen’s future at Napoli remains in limbo, primarily due to the club’s substantial €130 million valuation of the player. This high price tag appears to be a stumbling block for potential buyers, as no official bids have been made so far. The Nigerian forward is also drawing interest from Saudi Arabian clubs, including Al-Ahli and Al-Hilal, who are reportedly willing to meet his release clause and offer him lucrative wages.
Despite the ongoing speculation, Osimhen has reported for pre-season training with Napoli at the Castel Volturno training ground. Newly appointed manager Antonio Conte has expressed uncertainty about Osimhen’s role in his plans but is expected to hold discussions with the striker to clarify his future at the club.
Osimhen has shown a preference for a move to the English Premier League, yet his future remains uncertain, with potential suitors exploring other options. Manchester United is currently in negotiations for Joshua Zirkzee, while Chelsea is focusing on younger talents like Samu Omorodion. Arsenal, on the other hand, is linked with Viktor Gyokeres.
As the start of the 2024/2025 season approaches, Osimhen’s situation continues to draw attention. His impressive performances and goal-scoring ability have made him a valuable asset, but the financial demands from Napoli are proving to be a significant hurdle for interested clubs.
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Osimhen’s return to Napoli for preseason activities demonstrates his professionalism amid the transfer uncertainty. Whether he will remain with the Partenopeans or secure a move to another club will depend on the developments in the coming weeks as the transfer window progresses.
