Being available at €110m (£94m) if his release clause is met means Osimhen is set to be one of the sought after forwards in Europe, especially if his recent uptick in form continues.
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During a dismal spell of winter form, in which they won just one of seven games from December 9 to January 7 with just five goals to boast, the Gunners were crying out for a new striker to arrive midway through the season.
Osimhen, who has scored 72 goals in 122 appearances for Napoli, has attracted interest from Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain ahead of the summer transfer window.
Lewandowski sent Barcelona ahead on the hour with a composed finish, but Osimhen levelled the scores 15 minutes later to leave the tie delicately poised ahead of the second leg in Spain on March 12.
Recall he returned to training on Friday after his participation at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations with the Super Eagles.
The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the CAF Player of the Year was a major doubt for the semi final match.
Osimhen missed the Super Eagles trip to Bouake, venue of the semi-final clash with South Africa, following an abdominal discomfort.
Osimhen scored 26 goals to help guide Napoli to their first Serie A title in 33 years during the last campaign.
Named Man of the Match, Napoli’s Osimhen shared his elation during a post-match press conference in Abidjan.
Star Striker Victor Osimhen will lead the attack for the Super Eagles to be flanked by Ademola Lookman and Moses Simon in a three-man attack.
An array of African football talents will be on display between January 13, 2024 and February 11, 2024.
The Blues have been heavily linked with a big-money move for the 25-year-old as Mauricio Pochettino continues his hunt for a new centre-forward.
Napoli president Aurelio de Laurentiis shared images of himself and Osimhen signing paperwork and shaking hands, accompanied by the caption “done,” signalling the completion of the deal.
The Nigerian striker was on fire on Saturday as he scored the opener in the second half against the Sardinians.
Mr Macaroni made the remarks in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), in Surulere, Lagos.
The striker’s agent, Roberto Calenda, threatened legal action against Napoli at the end of September
The Blues are well stocked for attacking players with Nicolas Jackson, Armando Broja and Christopher Nkunku.
The 24-year-old has established himself as one of the star names in world football during his stint in Naples.
Since 2020, Osimhen has contributed 65 goals and 15 assists from just 111 appearances, helping Napoli end a wait of over three decades for another Serie A title.
Nine other players, including last year’s winner Sadio Mane, remain in contention for the Year’s award.
The 24-year-old striker had an impressive season last term and played a pivotal role in helping Napoli bring an end to their 33-year wait for the Serie A title.