Victor Osimhen’s market value continues to increase after finishing 8th in the recently concluded 2023 Ballon d’Or Awards
Soccer transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has provided an update on Victor Osimhen’s situation at Napoli, Soccernet.ng reports.
Romano has hinted that the Super Eagles star is unlikely to sign a new contract with Napoli, given the interest from prominent European clubs, in particular Chelsea and Arsenal, two London-based teams. Ta.
The recent issues surrounding the saga between Napoli and TikTok, as well as the protracted contract negotiations essential to extending his stay at Napoli, have raised concerns about his possible departure.
The current contract between the Nigeria international and the Gri Azzurri player expires in June 2025, and Napoli risk losing the Nigeria international in January or next summer.
Romano confirmed on the streaming platform Kick that the Napoli striker has not yet reached an agreement with the 2023 Serie A champions and will not extend his contract with the club.
“As I have repeatedly emphasized since September, it is important that Victor Osimhen makes it clear that there is no agreement between Napoli and Osimhen on a new contract,” Romano said. Ta. “His contract only runs until June 2025. And my sources are very clear: Osimhen has no intention of signing a new contract with Napoli.” It’s the situation. Football is unpredictable, but the current stance seems firm – Osimhen has no intention of extending it that far. ”
Osimhen recently returned to the Napoli squad after recovering from an injury sustained during the match between Nigeria and Saudi Arabia.