Victor Osimhen's uncertain future at Napoli

Victor Osimhen's uncertain future at Napoli

Victor Osimhen, the star striker for the Super Eagles, commenced pre-season training with Napoli amidst swirling transfer speculation.

The Nigerian international underwent medical tests at Castel Volturno, visibly excited for the season ahead.

Napoli have made it clear that they are open to selling Osimhen, who reportedly has a hefty 130 million euro release clause in his contract.

Despite this, the 25-year-old forward has not received any formal offers from his preferred destination, the Premier League.

Reports from La Repubblica and Corriere dello Sport suggest that Osimhen might consider staying at the Stadio Maradona if he gets the opportunity to work under Antonio Conte.

However, the Partenopei seem focused on selling Osimhen and potentially replacing him with Romelu Lukaku.

Interest has been shown by clubs like Al Ahli and Paris Saint-Germain, but neither have made a formal offer.

Osimhen has dismissed any notion of moving to the Saudi Pro League, while PSG appear hesitant to meet his release clause.

Corriere dello Sport has indicated that Napoli's president, Aurelio De Laurentiis, might accept a lower offer if it comes swiftly, facilitating the acquisition of Conte's top choice, Lukaku.

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