The Argentine striker has been Osimhen’s main rival in Serie A for the past two seasons and he has great respect for him
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has praised Argentine striker Lautaro Martínez despite his struggles to become Serie A’s top scorer, reports Soccer Ta.
Osimhen has been the defense’s nemesis for the past two seasons. Last season, the Nigerian striker scored 26 goals and provided five assists in 32 appearances, helping Napoli win their first Scudetto since 1990.
The 24-year-old shooter ended up becoming the first African to win the Serie A top scorer award (Capocannoniere).
However, Osimhen was not the only striker to score in Italy. Inter his Milan defender, Lautaro Martinez, gave him a big boost and Hande eventually finished the season with his 21st goal, leading the team to his third place in the Italian top league. Ta.
Despite the rivalry between the two players, Osimhen still has great respect for Martinez.
“Martinez is a great leader for the team and a great scorer,” he said in an interview on Twitch
“I remember towards the end of last season there was a very big duel chasing the capocannoniere (top scorer).”
“When it comes to being the best goalscorer, we push each other.” So for me he is also the top player. He is a team leader and does a good job for the team.
“I really don’t know how to describe such a great player. This type of player in Serie A is perfect for marketing.
“I really like him and he has great skills.”
Both players have already returned this season. Osimhen has scored his 6 goals in Serie A, while Martinez leads with his 11 goals.
Osimhen is currently out due to injury, but he wants to come back stronger and retain his title as top scorer.
