Nigerian Striker Set for Summer Transfer as Serie A Exit Looms
Victor Osimhen has made his transfer intentions clear—he only wants a move to the Premier League this summer, rejecting advances from both Barcelona and Juventus.
According to JuveFC, Juventus recently engaged in discussions with Osimhen’s representatives over a potential summer bid. However, while the Nigerian forward was appreciative of their interest, he politely declined, stating his preference for a switch to England’s top flight.
Barcelona, who have been heavily linked with the 26-year-old in recent weeks, also faced the same rejection. The Spanish club reportedly saw Osimhen as a potential successor to the aging Robert Lewandowski, but the Napoli-owned striker has no desire to move to La Liga.
Premier League Giants on Alert
Osimhen’s decision is welcome news for Chelsea, Arsenal, and Manchester United—the three primary Premier League clubs considering a move for the prolific goal scorer this summer. Each of these clubs is in the market for a top-tier striker, and Osimhen remains one of the most exciting options available.
The Nigerian international is currently on loan at Galatasaray, where he has been in scintillating form. Since joining the Turkish giants last summer, he has netted 26 goals in 31 appearances across all competitions. The loan agreement, which runs until June 2025, sees Galatasaray covering his salary at a cost of €10 million for the season.
Napoli Exit Inevitable
Osimhen’s departure from Napoli is all but confirmed, with no future at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona following a breakdown in relations with the club. The situation deteriorated last season after a controversial TikTok post from Napoli’s official account mocked his penalty miss against Bologna. The fallout, coupled with Napoli’s disappointing 10th-place finish in Serie A, soured his time in Italy.
Despite playing a crucial role in Napoli’s 2022-23 Scudetto-winning campaign—where he scored 26 league goals in 32 games—Osimhen found himself frozen out under new manager Antonio Conte. His frustration over a lack of transfer options last summer even led to him parting ways with his agent.
The 26-year-old’s contract includes a €75 million release clause for foreign clubs, making him an attractive prospect for Premier League sides looking to bolster their attack. With Napoli set for a squad overhaul and Osimhen keen on a fresh start, a high-profile move to England seems increasingly likely.
As the summer transfer window approaches, all eyes will be on where Osimhen lands next, with Chelsea, Arsenal, and Manchester United preparing their bids for one of Europe’s most sought-after strikers.
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