An old video has resurfaced on social media where Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen named former Chelsea and Ivory Coast superstar Didier Drogba as his role model stressing that watching him back then was a tonic.
There have been many transfer rumours about Osimhen since he helped Napoli win the Scudetto after 33 years and won the heart of the club’s fans.
Osimhen netted 26 league goals last season and became the first African to win the Golden Boot award in Serie A, which was an incredible achievement.
That has led to many clubs in Europe showing interest in the services of the former Lille strongman.
Osimhen is currently in Lagos where he has been spending his holidays after a successful season in Italy.
According to the video on Twitter, Osimhen who was 16-year-old then was asked to clear the air about him being wanted by Tottenham.
Osimhen rejects Tottenham’s move
”I really don’t know anything about the Tottenham speculation and I am not going to the club. Didier Drogba is my role model, he is someone I watched on the television for many years.
”If I would join a side in England, it will be Chelsea because they are among the biggest sides in the world.”
Onazi hosts Osimhen, Asiwaju Lerry
Earlier, Sports Brief had reported how an awesome video has been spotted on social media where Super Eagles legend Ogenyi Onazi was seen hosting Napoli striker Victor Osimhen and media personality Asiwaju Lerry in his mansion in Lagos.
On the night of June 28, football enthusiasts in Lagos were left in awe as they witnessed an extraordinary goal scored byVictor Osimhen, the talented Nigerian and Napoli striker, during a friendly match with his friends.
Osimhen, who had recently returned to Nigeria after assisting the national team in securing a 3-2 victory over Sierra Leone in the African Cup of Nations qualifying match held in Liberia, has been warmly welcomed by his fans.
During his visit, the Super Eagles star took the opportunity to reconnect with his roots. He paid a visit to the primary school he attended and also revisited his childhood home in Olusosun.
There, he engaged in meaningful discussions with the people he encountered, reminiscing about his past and sharing his experiences since becoming a successful footballer.
According to a video spotted on Twitter, Osimhen got a pass from one of his friends on the pitch and he immediately fired the ball inside the net.
Fans were stunned in the stands
Fans who were in the stands were surprised and some of them were heard asking if it was really Osimhen who scored the goal.
Victor Osimhen strutting his stuff while on holiday in Lagos ⚡️#sportsgist Sergio Ramos | Legon | Chioma | Tchouameni | Man Utd | Obidi pic.twitter.com/PTsVy1oMB4
Reacting to the goal, Asiwaju Lerry made it clear that many won’t really know how good Osimhen is until they pay with him on the same pitch.
Meanwhile, Osimhen has been linked with a move to the Premier League with Chelsea and Manchester United said to be interested in his services.
Onazi hosts Osimhen, Asiwaju Lerry
Earlier, Sports Brief had reported how an awesome video has been spotted on social media where Super Eagles legend Ogenyi Onazi was seen hostingNapoli striker Victor Osimhen and media personality Asiwaju Lerry in his mansion in Lagos.
After a successful season in Serie A with Napoli winning the Scudetto for them after 33 years, Osimhen returned to Nigeria to spend his holiday and he has been going from one place to another.
The former Lille star has also visited his childhood house in Olusosun and also the primary school he went to where all the people around those two environments were happy to see the football star.
Agent Dario Canovi has recently addressed the future of Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen, stating that Napoli officials are willing to sell the talented Nigerian star for a substantial fee during this summer transfer window.
Osimhen, who previously played for Lille, has attracted significant transfer speculation since April due to his impressive goal-scoring displays at Napoli, where he finished the previous season as the top scorer with 26 goals.
Currently enjoying his holiday in Nigeria, Osimhen has made a memorable impact at Napoli, earning the admiration and support of the club’s fans who hope he will remain with the team.
Osimhen who is currently spending his holiday in Nigeria has recorded his name in the history books at Napoli and the club’s fans want him to stay after winning their hearts.
The 24-year-old who recently scored a brace for the Super Eagles against Sierra Leone has refused to make any valid statement regarding his future at Napoli.
According to the reports on Complete Sports and Daily Post, Canovi made it clear that it will be difficult for Napoli eggheads to keep Osimhen for another season.
Dario Canovi speaks about Osimhen
“Osimhen makes you greedy, football is now business,Osimhen is also worth more than 150 million (euros), so it would be very difficult to resist I think Italian football will lose another great champion to an offer like this.
”Team like Newcastle, but certainly not Liverpool, one of the two from Manchester, or Chelsea, we realize that England is from another football planet.”
The 24-year-old had a remarkable 2023-24 season helping Napoli to the Scudetto for the first time in over three decades, scoring 26 league goals.
He also helped the club reach the quarterfinals of the UEFA Champions League for the first time in their history.
Osimhen also netted a brace as Nigeria defeated Sierra Leone 3-2 in Monrovia to qualify for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations starting in Ivory Coast in January.
On June 25, 2023, theAccra International Conference Centre hosted the fifth edition of the Ghana Football Awards, which attracted a large audience, including notable former football players such as Asamoah Gyan, Eric Bekoe, Augustine Arhinful, and others.
Among the winners of this year’s awards, Mohammed Kudus stood out as he received the esteemed Footballer of the Year Award.
Blessing Shine Agbomdzi, who plays for ASFAR in Morocco, was named the Women’s Footballer of the Year.
Napoli’s Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen, was honoured as the Best African International Player of the Year for his outstanding performances.
FC Nordsjaelland forward Ernest Nuamah emerged as the winner of the Odartey Lamptey Future Star Award as well.
The is held annually to celebrate the achievements and contributions of outstanding Ghanaian footballers.
A captivating video circulating on social media shows Nigerians gathering to witness the homecoming of Napoli striker Victor Osimhen to his childhood residence in Lagos State.
Osimhen, who was born in Olusosun, had a humble upbringing that involved undertaking various manual tasks to sustain himself before his football talent propelled him towards success.
In the recently concluded European season, Osimhen achieved a significant milestone by contributing to Napoli’s triumph in securing the Serie A title, a feat they hadn’t accomplished in 30 years.
The former Lille strongman also became the first African to win the Golden Boot award in the history of the Serie A.
Days after netting a brace for the Super Eagles in their 3-2 win over Sierra Leone in the African Cup of Nations qualifying game, Osimhen returned to Lagos.
It was an emotional moment as fans were happy to see the Napoli superstar.
Meanwhile, Osimhen has been linked with a move to the Premier League with Chelsea and Man United interested in his services.
Victor Osimhen melts the heart
Earlier, Sports Brief had reported how Nigerian international Victor Osimhen visited his old friends in the Ojota area of Lagos State, where they shared a reunion.
Osimhen grew up in the area and attended Olusosun Primary School during childhood.
Following his successful season after leading Napoli to the Italian Serie A, having scored 26 league goals, the forward returned home to reunite with his old pals.
There was indescribable joy on the faces of the friends as they took turns to share hugs with the former Lille of France striker who is nicknamed ‘Ijaya Olusosun’.
Despite his current status, Osimhen has always paid a courtesy visit to the hood anytime he is in the country.
Liberian President George Weah has praisedNapoli striker Victor Osimhen for his outstanding performance during the Nigerian national team’s qualification match for the 2023 African Cup of Nations against Sierra Leone.
On Sunday, June 18, Nigeria faced a tough challenge before securing a 3-2 victory over Sierra Leone in Liberia, with Kelechi Iheanacho scoring the winning goal.
Osimhen played a crucial role in the match, scoring two goals before the hosts equalized in the second half, with the game seemingly heading for a draw.
However, Iheanacho’s remarkable strike secured the win for Nigeria.
According to the reports in Sun and Daily Post, Weah expressed happiness about the form of Osimhen urging the former Lille star to continue shining for his club and the national team.
George Weah hails Osimhen
“That is what I call a striker. Good positioning always. Very athletic and knows where to be each time the ball is coming. He is so strong and a fighter par excellence.”
Meanwhile, Osimhen has been tipped to become the next African best footballer of the year following his incredible performances last term for Napoli.
Earlier, Sports Brief had reported how Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen stated emphatically that he deserves to be at the top in Africa and the world going by his excellent performances last season winning the Scudetto with Napoli.
Last term was the best so far in the career of the Nigerian star as he did not only win the Serie A title alone with Napoli but also finished as the top scorer with 26 goals.
Osimhen set the record as the first African to win the Golden Boot award in Serie A which is a landmark achievement.
The former Lille strongman made it clear that he had a good season with Napoli.
Real Madrid is reportedly shifting their focus from Tottenham striker Harry Kane to Napoli forward Victor Osimhen as they seek to bolster their attacking options following Karim Benzema’s departure to Al-Ittihad.
According to Sportskeeda, Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has recommended pursuing Victor Osimhen instead of Kane, considering the Nigerian striker’s impressive performances during his time at Napoli.
Osimhen, who is only 24 years old, played a pivotal role in Napoli’s triumph in Serie A last season.
He showcased his prowess as the team’s top scorer, netting 31 goals and contributing five assists in 39 appearances across all competitions.
Los Blancos will have to battle Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain who have already signified their interest in the Nigerian forward this summer.
PSG to launch Osimhen bid
Meanwhile, Paris Saint-Germain are expected to launch a mouth-watering bid for Napoli forward, Victor Osimhen as the Nigeria international is now a top priority for the Ligue 1 champions, Complete Sport reports.
Following Lionel Messi’s departure and the uncertainty surrounding Kylian Mbappe’s future, PSG are looking to strengthen their attack, and Osimhen has been identified as a key target.
Napoli currentlyvalues Osimhen at €150m, and PSG are expected to raise the sum for the Nigerian forward before the summer transfer window closes.
Osimhen ranked 4th behind Haaland
Earlier, Sports Brief reported Napoli striker Victor Osimhen has been ranked as the fourth-best on the list of the most valuable players in the world following his impressive performances last term for his Serie A side.
In the outgone season, the Nigerian superstar ended as the highest goalscorer with 26 goals in the Serie A and also helped his side to win the Scudetto after 33 years in what was an incredible term.
Considering his performances, Osimhen has been linked with a move to the Premier League with the likes of Chelsea, Man United, and Arsenal reported to be interested in his services.
Napoli striker Victor Osimhen recently shared a fantastic photo of himself alongside Samuel Chukwueze, enjoying their time together at the Super Eagles training camp ahead of their upcoming AFCON qualifying match against Sierra Leone this Sunday.
The Super Eagles camp in Lagos is buzzing with excitement as all the invited players have gathered, and training commenced on Monday evening at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena.
Osimhen’s spirits are high as he joins the Super Eagles camp, having recently achieved the feat of winning the Scudetto with Napoli and finishing the season as the top goalscorer with an impressive tally of 26 goals.
Chukwueze, on the other hand, had a remarkable season in the Spanish La Liga, contributing significantly as a winger to Villarreal’s fifth-place finish in the league standings.
According to a photo Osimhen shared on Twitter, the two players can be seen having a nice time together on the pitch.
When are they leaving Lagos?
The Super Eagles squad is expected to leave Lagos on Saturday via a Chartered Flight for Liberia where they will tackle Sierra Leone.
A win in this tie for the three-time African champions means that they will be picking the ticket to feature at the next African Cup of Nations Championship.
Earlier, Sports Brief had reported how Super Eagles players honoured Napoli striker, Victor Osimhen and Enyimba FC’s Finidi George and Olorunleke Ojo on June 13, after the trio won league titles at their respective clubs in the 2022/23 season.
Osimhen was the star of the season in the Italian top flight A, netting 26 goals for the Naples side and helping the club win the Scudetto after 33 years.
To crown it all, the former Lille strongman also ended last season as the Serie A’s highest goal-scorer, becoming the first African to win the league’s Golden Boot prize.
There has been speculationsurrounding Osimhen’s future at Napoli, with clubs like Manchester United, Chelsea, and Paris Saint-Germain all said to be interested in his services.
Herbert Hainer, the President of Bayern Munich, has made a strong statement confirming that they, along with other club officials, are closely monitoring Nigerian and Napoli striker Victor Osimhen during this summer transfer window.
Osimhen had an outstanding performance during the 2022/23 Serie A season, playing a pivotal role in Napoli’s triumph as they clinched the Scudetto after a 33-year wait.
His remarkable season also saw him secure the Golden Boot award, making him the first-ever African player to achieve this feat in the history of Serie A.
Given his impressive achievements, Osimhen has garnered attention from top clubs, with Bayern Munich expressing their keen interest in monitoring the talented striker’s progress during the ongoing transfer period.
Osimhen’s superb performances have made him a target for clubs like Chelsea, Man United, and Paris Saint-Germain.
According to reports on Soccernet and Football London, Herbert Hainer explained that he is aware of the fact that Bayern will have to spend big for them to have Osimhen.
Herbert Hainer on Osimhen
“As a striker costs a lot, we have to make sure he fits well at Bayern. The same names are mentioned in the media: Kolo Muani, Harry Kane, Osimhen, Vlahovic.
“We are watching closely to see who is a better fit at Bayern. We’re also looking at the financial side. I am convinced that we will find a good solution.”
Victor Osimhen flaunts his daughter
Earlier, Sports Brief had reported how Victor Osimhen showcased his adorable daughter to the world as Napoli welcomed Sampdoria in their final Serie A game of the season.
The 24-year-old led the Partenopei to the Scudetto this season, with his 26 goals making him the top scorer.
Osimhen was on the scoresheet again in Napoli’s final match of the season, after he netted from the spot in the 64th minute.
Giovanni Simeone scored the second goal to seal Napoli’s historic season with a 2-0 win.
Before the game, Osimhen took the opportunity to show off his beautiful daughter, Hailey, while thanking the Napoli fans for their remarkable support throughout their season.
In Napoli’s last Serie A match of the season against Sampdoria, Nigerian international Victor Osimhen shared a heartwarming moment by introducing his adorable daughter to the world.
The 24-year-old forward played a pivotal role in leading Napoli, fondly referred to as the Partenopei, to the Scudetto this season, emerging as the top scorer with an impressive tally of 26 goals.
Continuing his fine form, Osimhen found the back of the net once again in Napoli’s final game, converting a penalty in the 64th minute. Giovanni Simeone added another goal to secure a 2-0 victory, further highlighting Napoli’s historic season.
Victor Osimhen gestures during Napoli’s 1-1 draw against Udinese.
Amidst the on-field success, Osimhen’s introduction of his daughter showcased a touching moment that reflects the personal joys and fulfillment experienced by the talented footballer off the pitch.
But before the game, Osimhen took the opportunity to finally show off his beautiful daughter, Hailey, while thanking the Napoli fans for their remarkable support throughout their season.
He was pictured carrying his beautiful baby girl, who also wore a customised face mask like her father.
Fans react to Osimhen’s daughter
One said:
“I’m surprised so many people have no idea what a mixed child looks like in big 2023 lmao.”
Another added:
“I hope to see something more refreshing in the future!”
A fan advised:
“Bro you need to register your properties under your mother’s name! Cos you never know!”
“But I could never accept that someone could use abusive words towards my daughter or any of my family members.
I don’t want to suffer these attacks on my affections, that’s why I defend my family’s privacy from the attacks of those who hate and are capable of writing horrible things on social media. I keep my private life to myself because it is not available to anyone.”
Osimhen speaks on winning Scudetto
Sports Brief earlier reported on Osimhen commenting on winning Serie A with Napoli after a record-setting season with the new champions.
The Nigerian striker led the Naples outfit to their first Italian top flight title in more than three decades, netting 26 goals during the season.
Osimhen also ended the campaign as the top scorer in the league, becoming the first African to win the golden boot in the Serie A’s history.
Victor Osimhen, a football talent from Nigeria, is the first African to take home the coveted Serie A Golden Boot award.
Osimhen won the prized award following an extraordinary 2022-23 season with Napoli in which he scored a mind-blowing 26 goals in the Italian premier division.
Goal claims that Lautaro Martinez of Inter Milan was a fierce competitor for the award, but the Napoli forward prevailed.
Victor Osimhen celebrates victory
His impressive run of goals was crucial in Naples winning the Scudetto for the first time in more than three decades.
Osimhen’s latest goal came against Sampdoria in the final game of the season, with the Nigerian international finding the back of the net from the penalty spot in his side’s 2-0 victory.
The Golden Boot was not the only individual award Osimhen won, having also been declared the Serie A’s best striker of the season.
According to The Mirror, Manchester United are among the leading contenders for the signature of the Nigerian ace this summer.
The Red Devils are in dire need of a prolific striker following their struggles in front of the goal this season after the departure of Cristiano Ronaldo.
It is understood that Osimhen is highly regarded by United’s transfer chiefs and tops the club’s striking shortlist.
However, the Red Devils will have to contend with competition from Paris Saint-Germain, who have also been linked with a move for the 24-year-old.
Osimhen speaks on winning Scudetto
Sports Brief earlier reported that Osimhen is yet to fully come to terms with his achievement for newly-crowned Italian champions, Napoli.
The Nigerian striker led Gli Azzurri to their first top flight league title in over three decades after netting 26 goals in the recently-ended season.
Osimhen also top-scored in Serie A at the conclusion of the campaign, becoming the first African to win the golden boot in the Italian league.
Leading the Gli Azurris, Osimhen played a pivotal role in securing Napoli’s first Serie A title in 33 years, displaying his prowess by scoring an impressive 25 goals throughout the season.
Notably, Osimhen emerged as the league’s top scorer, an achievement that etched his name in history as the first African player to win the prestigious golden boot in Serie A.
Victor Osimhen in action for Napoli. Photo by MB Media Source: Getty Images Read more: https://sportsbrief.com/football/napoli/36572-uefa-spalletti-warns-osimhen-teammates-eintracht-frankfurt-clash/
Despite clinching the league title ahead of schedule, Osimhen admits that he wakes up each day with a sense of fulfillment, fully aware of the extraordinary feat he achieved with the Napoli squad, often considered underdogs in the competition.
“This season Napoli actually won the Scudetto,” he said while talking to a group of journalist at dinner in a video shared on social media. “Since the game against Udinese, now I wake up every morning with fulfillment. It is the best.
“That is why the celebration is different from the others. Because when you are used to success it’s normal but when you are wanting success and you finally get it. You know the true meaning of success.
“A lot of them put us as underdogs and you come up from nothing to win something. You want to celebrate every time.”
Osimhen’s future at Napoli has become the subject of intense transfer speculation with PSG and Bayern Munich reportedly interested in his services, as reported by ESPN.
Osimhen wins top award
Earlier, Sports Brief reported that Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has been named the best striker in the Italian Serie A for the 2022/23 League season beating Inter Milan’s Martinez and Rafael Leao of AC Milan.
Osimhen has been a wonderful striker this term for Napoli and the Nigerian has won the heart of many fans at Napple just because of his excellent goalscoring form.
After 33 years of wait, Osimhen and his other teammates won the Serie A title with Napoli and the Nigerian is also on the verge of winning the Golden Shoe award.
Osimhen wins top award
Osimhen spotted in Berlin
Victor Osimhen could be set to leave Napoli this summer after helping the club to their first Serie A title since the 1989/90 season.
The Nigerian joined Napoli in 2020 from the French club Lille. It took him time to settle in Italy, but his exploits this season have made him a fan favourite.
Osimhen spotted in Berlin
He was one of Luciano Spalletti’s central men as they secured the Scudetto with five games to go when they drew 1-1 away at Udinese, a match Osimhen scored the only goal.
The announcement was made by Serie A, the organizer of the Italian top-flight, on their official Twitter account.
Victor Osimhen
Osimhen emerged victorious over strong contenders, including Lautaro Martinez from Inter Milan and Rafael Leao from AC Milan, to secure the prestigious award.
Osimhen played a pivotal role in guiding Napoli to their first Serie A title since the 1989/1990 season, showcasing his exceptional talent and impact on the team’s success.
It is the third in the club’s history after previously winning it in 1987 and 1990.
Osimhen is on the verge of becoming the first African to finish top scorer in the Serie A.
He is currently on 25 goals and is four ahead of closest rival Martinez with just one game left to play.
Also he has broken George Weah’s record for the most goals scored by an African in Serie A when he took his tally to 47.
As President Muhammadu Buhari concluded his tenure as the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, one of the beneficiaries of his final actions is Victor Osimhen, the talented Napoli striker.
Osimhen played a pivotal role in Napoli’s remarkable achievement of winning their first Serie A title in 33 years under the guidance of Italian manager Luciano Spalletti.
This victory marks the third Scudetto triumph in the club’s history.
Osimhen’s exceptional contributions cannot be understated, having scored 25 goals in the league and notably securing the crucial goal that sealed the title for Napoli in a 1-1 draw against Udinese.
Victor Osimhen gestures during Napoli’s 1-1 draw against Udinese.
Furthermore, he is currently positioned to contend for the prestigious Golden Boot award.
President Buhari’s support and recognition of Osimhen’s accomplishments serve as a testament to the striker’s remarkable talent and his impact on Nigerian football. Osimhen’s success on the pitch has brought immense pride and joy to both Napoli fans and the Nigerian football community as a whole.
Osimhen receives national honour
According to Cable Lifestyle, as part of the activities leading up to the change of government in his home country, Osimhen has been bestowed with a national honour – Member of The Order of Federal Republic (MFR).
Osimhen joins Davido, Temi on Buhari’s honour list
This was his recognition of his exemplary achievement in sports. Osimhen had previously won the FIFA U17 World Cup for Nigeria in 2017 – a tournament he was the golden boot winner with a record 10 goals in a junior World Cup.
Osimhen loses iconic face mask
Sports Brief reported that Victor Osimhen misplaced his face mask while on international duty with Nigeria for the games against Guinea Bissau.
The striker failed to find the back of the net in both games and when he returned to Naples, he found out he was without the iconic mask.
He started wearing the mask after a head injury in November 2021 that forced him to miss the 2022 African Cup of Nations.
Osimhen fumes at Spalletti
Sports Brief also reported that Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen fumed at Spalettiafter the manager substituted him in the 67th minute of the 3-1 victory over Inter Milan.
The manager appeared unfazed as the player was furious because he wanted to keep his golden boot aspirations intact – his closest competitor Lautaro Martinez was still on the pitch for Inter.
Former Wolfsburg director Jorg Schmadtke has admitted with conviction that he made a significant error by selling Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, who has since emerged as one of the top strikers in the world.
Former Wolfsburg director Jorg Schmadtke
Back in 2018, Schmadtke decided to offload Osimhen to Belgian club Sporting Charleroi after the player scored no goals despite featuring in 14 matches.
Osimhen’s underwhelming performances during his time at Wolfsburg prompted the club to part ways with him. However, Schmadtke now recognizes the mistake he made, seeing how the Super Eagles star has flourished into an exceptional talent.
It was in the French Ligue 1 that the Nigerian striker found his rhythm scoring 13 goals in 27 games which caught the attention of those in charge at Napoli.
According to the reports on Complete Sports and Mirror, Jorg Schmadtke explained that he should have given Osimhen some time.
Jorge Schmadtke regrets selling Osimhen
“It wasn’t a good move, in hindsight. When I came, Osimhen was limping and running in circles.
“I was told that the strikers we had weren’t good enough. The most important lesson is that you have to be patient with some transfers.”
Meanwhile, Jorg Schmadtke is expected to be appointed as Liverpool’s new sporting director.
Edinson Cavani hails Osimhen
Earlier, Sports Brief had reported how Former Napoli and Manchester United striker Edinson Cavani stated clearly that Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen, is an idol to his kids at home as he confirmed his admiration for the Super Eagles star.
Osimhen is a man loved by many fans around the world considering his superb performances this season in Italy where he has helped Napoli to win the Scudetto after 33 years.
The Nigerian has written his name in gold at Napoli and fans in Naples do not want the Super Eagles strongman to leave this summer.
Cavani who has played 69 games for Napoli explained that Osimhen is an incredible striker who is always hungry to score goals.
Osimhen’s exceptional performance of scoring 23 goals in Serie A played a significant role in leading Gli Azzurri to their first league title in 33 years.
Prior to their meeting, Osimhen had already engaged in a conversation with the former Inter Milan striker through Instagram on the day Napoli secured the championship.
Victor Osimhen celebrates win
The duo finally met in Italy, after Balotelli returned home to watch the UEFA Champions League semi-final clash between his former clubs, AC Milan and Inter Milan.
In a photo shared on social media, Balotelli and Osimhen were seen having fun as they celebrated the moment together.
“Trust me, you did incredible. You still don’t know what you did, trust me. You will realise what you did, not tomorrow, not next year, but in 10 years you’ll understand what you did,” Balotelli previously told Osimhen, as reported by Vanguard.
Balotelli and Osimhen go live to celebrate Serie A win
With the league wrapped up, Osimhen has now switched his attention to winning the golden boot. The Nigerian striker leads the goal race with 23 goals.
Meanwhile, Bayern Munich and Paris-Saint Germain are reportedly interested in his services next season.
Balotelli celebrates Osimhen’s league success
Previously, Sports Brief reported that Italian striker, Balotelli heaped praise on Osimhen after the striker won the Serie A title with Napoli.
The Super Eagles forward has been the leading man for the side, with his 23 goals powering Gli Azzuri to their first Scudetto in 33 years.
With four games still to go in this campaign, Osimhen is said to have switched his focus to claiming the prize as the Serie A top scorer.
Okocha reveals career secret
Former Super Eagles captain, Jay-Jay Okocha has discussed leaving Nigeria at an early age and said this helped his football career flourish.
The legendary midfielder left his home country as a teenager to play in Germany, signing for Borussia Neunkirchen at the age of only 16.
After two years, Okocha moved to Eintracht Frankfurt, where he became famous for his wizard-like goal against legend, Oliver Kahn.
The Copa del Rey champions wants the Super Eagles and Napoli star to replace the Ballon d’Or winner and captain of the Madridistas, Karim Benzema.
A replacement for the 35-year-old Benzema, who has been a crucial player at the Santiago Bernabeu for years, is being sought by the club as he enters the final years of his career.
Osimhen has been incredible this season in all competitions, and many clubs will be looking to grab his signature this summer, even though the Napoli president has made it clear that he won’t sell the Nigerian.
Victor Osimhen celebrates victory
Why clubs want Osimhen
Osimhen is currently the leading scorer in the Serie A, with 23 goals. The Nigerian has also helped Napoli to win the Scudetto, with three games left to the end of the term.
His speed, power, and goal sense are just some of the reasons many clubs in Europe want the Nigerian in their squads.
According to reports on Complete Sports and Daily Post, Real Madrid chiefs are seriously monitoring Osimhen’s transfer situation.
There are four games left to the end of the season in Spain. Benzema has scored 17 League goals, and Real Madrid occupy second position on the table.
Karim Benzema
Barcelona have won the La Liga title following their 4-2 win over Espanyol on Sunday night, 14 May.
Balotelli praises Victor Osimhen
Earlier, Sports Brief reported how Italian striker Mario Balotelli heaped praises on Nigerian forward Victor Osimhen after he won the Serie A with Napoli.
The Super Eagles striker has been the main man in Napoli’s league triumph, with his 23 goals powering the Gli Azzuris to their first Scudetto in 33 years.
With the league wrapped up, Osimhen will be hoping to finish the season as top scorer.
Italy forward, Balotelli revealed to Osimhen that the magnitude of his success with Napoli will take years to sink in.
Former Super Eagles star, Jonathan Akpoborie has stated emphatically that Napoli striker,Victor Osimhen deserves to dethrone Sadio Mane to become the next African footballer of the year.
Osimhen has registered his name in the history books at Napoli after helping the Serie A giants win the Scudetto this season, and he is also leading the goal-scoring chart this term.
The Nigerian star also recently surpassed George Weah’s record of 46 goals in the Italian top flight to become the league’s top African scorer of all-time.
Speaking exclusively to Complete Sports, Akpoborie praised Osimhen for his superb performances this term for Napoli and tipped him to be crowned the African Best Footballer this year.
Jonathan Akpoborie hails Osimhen
“Osimhen is our pride and I am happy with his incredible goal-scoring records this season with Napoli.”
“Breaking Weah’s record is not an easy feat and I believe his general performance this season will help him to claim the African Ballon d’Or.”
Akpoborie also claimed there was no player in Africa who could match Osimhen’s record and that alone should propel the Nigerian towards winning the award.
Sadio Mane struggles for form
Looking at Senegalese striker,Sadio Mane this season, he has been struggling at Bayern Munich and is even expected to leave at the end of the term.
As things stand, no one would expect the former Liverpool star to retain his award.
Michael Essien celebrates Osimhen
Earlier, Sports Brief reported how Ghana and Chelsea legend, Michael Essien congratulated Nigerian striker, Osimhen, after he won the Serie A title with Napoli.
The Super Eagles forward inspired the Naples side to their first league title in 33 years, scoring 23 goals this season and likely to add to his tally in the remaining games.
In winning the league with Napoli, the 24-year-old also broke Weah’s long-standing Serie A record as the African player with the most goals in the Italian top flight.
Fabio Capello, the former coach of Real Madrid,has praised Victor Osimhen and Erling Haaland, stating that their styles of play are similar.
Both strikers have been making headlines in Europe this season for their impressive goal-scoring abilities.
Haaland is currently leading the Premier League goal-scoring charts with 35 goals, while Osimhen is the top scorer in Italy with 23 goals.
Osimhen has already won the Serie A title with Napoli, with four games to end the season as Haaland and his teammates at Man City are targeting winning the Premier League title this term.
According to reports on Brila and Punch, Capello says Haaland and Osimhen have been wonderful this season for their clubs.
Capello hails Osimhen, Haaland
“I don’t think Haaland is under pressure, because he has anger inside.
“He lives for goals. Osimhen has the same thing, they live for this. They fight, they want to win, they help their teammates, and they transmit this determination that makes you win games.
Haaland’s father clashes with fans
Earlier, Sports Brief had reported how unpleasant scenes were witnessed at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium on May 9 after Erling Haaland’s father, Alfie clashed with Real Madrid fans.
The senior Haaland was in the Spanish capital to watch his son and his Manchester City teammates play Real Madrid in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final.
George Weah, the sole recipient ofAfrica’s Ballon d’Or award, has advised Victor Osimhen, the forward for Nigeria and Napoli, to aim for winning the prestigious award.
Osimhen, aged 24, played a significant role in Napoli’s triumph as they secured their first Serie A title in 33 years.
He also surpassed Weah’s longstanding record for the African player with the highest number of goals scored in the Italian Serie A, by scoring his 47th goal during the match against Fiorentina on the previous Sunday.
Despite his recent success, Weah – who won the 1995 European best award- in congratulating the striker urged him to go for more accolades and believes the Super Eagles attacker has what it takes to win the Ballon d’Or.
I want to admonish you not be contented. There are many more of my records for you to break. I wish you go on to achieve greater success.
“I watched your goal against Udinese when your 52nd -minute header won the Scudetto for Napoli. Your movement, your passion, your determination and hunger brought back many memories to me.
I wait for your 100th Goal in all competitions in Italy so that you can celebrate (but don’t remove your shirt like I did or you will get a Yellow Card),” wrote Weah on Facebook.
“You have won one Scudetto. Great! When I won my first Scudetto with Milan, I said to myself, why one, why not two? I went on to win another Scudetto with Milan. I went on to win the Ballon D’or.
So why not two or more for you Victor? The sky is your limit. With your dedication, commitment, humility, hard work, you can conquer the World. Africa needs another World Best. Africa needs another European Best. You Victor, can deliver that for us,” he added.
Osimhen is leading the goal king race in Italy with four games to end the season.
Osimhen pens message to Weah
Earlier, Sports Brief reported that Napoli striker, Victor Osimhen has paid tribute to African football legend,George Weah, after breaking his long-standing Serie A record.
The Super Eagles striker netted his 47th Serie A goal – his 23 of the campaign – in the 1-0 win over Fiorentina on Sunday.
The 74th minute penalty against La Viola now places him above the former AC Milan striker, who held the record for 23 years.
Michael Essien, a former Ghanaian footballer who played for Chelsea, has offered his congratulations to Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen on winning the Serie A title with Napoli.
Osimhen played a key role in helping Napoli secure their first league title in 33 years, scoring 23 goals in the Serie A this season.
With four matches remaining, he has the opportunity to increase his tally. By winning the league, the 24-year-old also surpassed George Weah’s long-standing Serie A record for the most goals scored by an African player in the Italian league, netting his 47th goal against Fiorentina last Sunday.
“Bravoo,” Essien wrote on Twitter with emojis applauding the striker.
Osimhen’s accomplishment has been celebrated across the continent with the likes of Didier Drogba all paying tribute to the striker.
His prolific goal scoring form has seen him become a target for German giants Bayern Munich as well as French side Paris-Saint Germain, as reported by GOAL.
The FIFA U17 World Cup winner’s future will be decided in the summer transfer window.
Meanwhile, Essien spent a season-and-a-half in the Italian Serie A with AC Milan between 2014 to 2015.
Victor Osimhen, a Nigerian footballer, has honored George Weah, a former AC Milan player, after breaking his record to become the highest-scoring African player in the history of the Italian Serie A.
Osimhen scored the only goal in Napoli’s 1-0 win over Fiorentina to achieve this feat.
The 24-year-old striker surpassed Samuel Eto’o’s previous record for the most goals scored by an African player in a single Serie A season.
Osimhen expressed his admiration for Weah, whom he considers an African football legend, in a heartfelt post on Twitter.
He hailed Weah’s achievements and expressed his gratitude for the support he has received on his journey.
“While growing up, I have always admired the great achievements of so many African legends, and His Excellency Mr George Weah is one of them—an icon in the world of football and also a leader to his people. Someone who has motivated and inspired millions of young talents alike.
“Yesterday, it was a great honor to break his record as the top-scoring African player in Serie A history—an achievement I will forever cherish. Mr George Weah has set a foundation of excellence for individuals like me to emulate, and his legacy will forever be remembered.
“I celebrate this milestone with everyone who has inspired and supported me on this journey. Thank you for your contributions. God is the greatest,” Victor Osimhen stated.
Over the weekend,Mohamed Salah scored his 100th goal at Anfield and set a new record for Liverpool by scoring in nine consecutive home games during their 1-0 victory over Brentford in the Premier League.
This win, combined with Manchester United’s loss to West Ham, has given Liverpool a chance to finish in the top four and qualify for the Champions League next season.
During the match between West Ham and Manchester United, the goalkeeper David De Gea made a mistake which led to Said Benrahma, who is Algerian, scoring the only goal of the game.
Here, AFP Sport highlights African headline-makers in the major European leagues:
ENGLAND
MOHAMED SALAH (Liverpool)
The Egyptian, who has been voted African Footballer of the Year twice, slammed home at the second attempt fromVirgil van Dijk’s header to register his 30th goal of the season in all competitions.
RIYAD MAHREZ (Manchester City)
Mahrez was the creator for both City’s goals, scored by Ilkay Gundogan, as the defending champions moved a step closer to retaining their title with a 2-1 win over Leeds.
Twice the Algerian cut inside off the right wing before laying perfectly-weighted passes into the path of Gundogan to slot home from the edge of the box.
SAID BENRAHMA (West Ham)
Benrahma’s goal all but guaranteed West Ham’s top-flight status for another season as the Hammers beat Manchester United 1-0.
But the Algerian had De Gea to thank for his 10th goal of the season as the Spaniard somehow let a weak shot from distance through his grasp.
ITALY
VICTOR OSIMHEN (Napoli)
The Nigerian international capped the best season of his career by ramming home the penalty — his 23rd goal in Serie A this term — which gave Napoli a 1-0 win over Fiorentina in his team’s first home match since being crowned Italian champions for the first time in 33 years.
Osimhen had scored the goal which sealed the title at Udinese midweek and gave his partying fans more reason to cheer with a strike which makes him the highest scoring African player in the history of Serie A overtaking Liberian legend George Weah.
GERMANY
SEBASTIEN HALLER (Borussia Dortmund)
The Ivory Coast international scored Borussia Dortmund’s second goal in a 6-0 thrashing of Wolfsburg. Haller turned in a low cross from Karim Adeyemi on 28 minutes as Dortmund secured a vital win to keep their title hopes alive and remain within a point of leaders Bayern Munich.
Haller, who missed the first half of the season following a testicular cancer diagnosis, has scored five goals since his return to action in February.
ILHAS BEBOU (Hoffenheim)
The Togo striker scored a tap-in as his side beat Eintracht Frankfurt 3-1 to take a huge step toward safety in theBundesliga relegation fight.
Bebou latched on to an Angelino cross to make it 3-0 on the stroke of half-time and take his tally to five this season as Hoffenheim came out fighting with a brilliant first-half performance.
FRANCE
SEKO FOFANA (Lens)
The Ivory Coast international midfielder opened the scoring to put Lens ahead in a crunch Ligue 1 game against Marseille before Belgium’s Lois Openda added a second goal for the side from northern France.
Dimitri Payet notched a late consolation for Marseille but the 2-1 win propelled Lens into second place behind Paris Saint-Germain, two points ahead of their beaten rivals from the south.
The aftermath of Napoli’s win has been punctuated by a debate over who between Victor Osimhen and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia was the face of their title triumph.
Fans, especially Osimhen’s loyalists from Africa, feel hard done by as Serie A’s account continues to hand the Nigerian striker a peripheral significance despite being the league’s top scorer.
Seemingly not taking a cue from the backlash their post on Saturday received, Ser
Lega Serie A’s Twitter posts
In the first graphic, Diego Maradona was seen placing the new crown of King of Naples on Kvaratskhelia’s head, with fans arguing that Osimhen, and not the Georgian, deserved to be in the picture.
As reported by Sports Brief, Lega Serie A Twitter came under attack over the controversial graphics posted on the account.
The second one was amended to include Osimhen and club captain Giovanni Di Lorenzo as they ascended a flight of stairs. But the bone of contention herein was Kvaratskhelia was once again placed in front of his teammate.
It was a re-enactment of Maradona’s photograph where the Argentine legend was on the same stairs.
There were no other players in Maradona’s photo, which means the account introduced a new set of players to accommodate Osimhen.
ie A followed it up with another a few minutes before Napoli’s clash against Fiorentina.
And just like with the first post, Twitter went wild.
Fans reactions
@Obajemujnr said;
“I don’t know what your plan is, but the leader of “IDAN of Africa,” Victor Osimhen, should always be at the front. If you want to put him at the back in pictures, then make sure he plays your defence next season.”
@Mc_Phils tweeted:
“Trying to put Victor Osimhen in the picture so we don’t talk”
@comeback_snarky said:
“Why is Osimhen still not in the front?”
@valam0ghurliss was of a different opinion;
“Kvara is undoubtedly the main treasure ofNapoli and he is portrayed everywhere for a reason. It’s his 1st season and he could successfully contribute to the team. He was a piece of the puzzle that this team needed. With a huge respect to Osimhen and his brilliant moments.”
The other time Osimhen was snubbed
Osimhen is so far on 23 goals and four assists, while Kvaratskhelia has chipped in with 12 goals and 10 assists. The post by the Serie A account has brought about fears that Osimhen might get snubbed in the Most Valuable Player of the season.
But for Osimhen, as Sports Brief reported, getting snubbed after a prolific scoring season, sadly, won’t be something new.
Nigerians dethroned Napoli, the league winners, by challenging the Serie A league’s administrators on Twitter. Napoli had been chosen as the best player.
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia received a crown placed on his head by Argentine legend and Napoli legend Diego Maradona, indicating that he was the club’s greatest player this season, according to a picture uploaded by Serie A.
In less than an hour following the posting, Nigerians started tweeting an altered version of the picture showing Maradona crowning Osimhen.
Victor Osimhen, a Nigerian international who has been considered the finest player on the Naples team all season, formed a solid relationship with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, the club’s No. 77.
Osimhen has 27 goals with 4 assists so far whiles Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has 14 goals with 14 assists.
Osimhen has been one of the most influential players for the new Scudetto winners, as he was seen celebrating with his colleagues on the pitch and in the dressing room after the game.
If not Racism, Victor Osimhen should wear the crown. Retweet if you agree???? https://t.co/XImpK4RY3c pic.twitter.com/WtISjbu3O7
— French ???????? (@Mc_Phils) May 6, 2023
You couldn’t make this up. Except, of course, it is Italy. No matter what Osimhen did, you always knew he probably needed to score a 100 goals before he’s given his due. https://t.co/J9N5g0ulJW
Gary Al-Smith (@garyalsmith) May 6, 2023
VICTOR OSIMHEN THE ONLY NEW KING OF NAPOLI ???? PIC.TWITTER.COM/B42MTOIYJQ— STEADY BOY ???? (@STEADYDEY) MAY 6, 2023
Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen and his colleagues have been urged by De Laurentiis, the president of the recently crowned Italian champions Napoli, to ensure that their Serie A title success is replicated next season.
Since Thursday night, when Napoli’s 1-1 draw at Udinese handed them the Serie A title courtesy to Osimhen scoring their goal, there has been a great deal of celebration in Naples.
Even though Napoli still has five games left in the season, the draw ended their 33-year wait for the Scudetto.
According to the report on Complete Sports, De Laurentiis explained that he is happy with the success recorded by his players as he urged them to continue making the club and fans proud.
Statement made by De Laurentiis
“You always told me, we want to win. And we won! We all won together. And on Sunday against Fiorentina, everyone is here for the big party. Thank you to everyone.
“Today is the crowning of an expectation that lasted 33 years. When I arrived, I said it will take 10 years to get into Europe – we maintained that early. I said another 10 years to win the Scudetto, and we did that again a couple of years in advance.”
Osimhen breaks Serie A record
Earlier, Sports Brief had reported howVictor Osimhen helped Napoli to become Serie A champions for the first time in 33 years, through his equalising goal against Udinese in the second half.
The Nigerian powered home a shot through the crowd after a scramble from a corner kick, to help Napoli hold on and seal the Italian league title away from home in Udine.
Neapolitans put everything in place for a party at home last Sunday against Salernitana, but the team fell short of victory despite Inter Milan beating Lazio 3-1.
Napoli are now 16 points clear of second-placed Lazio with a maximum of 15 points left to fight for, meaning they cannot be matched or overtaken mathematically.
Following Napoli’s announcement that they would be the Italian Serie A winners for the 2022–2023 season, football star Diego Maradona ought to be jumping for delight in his afterlife.
Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen answered in the second half with a bullet shot from inside the box to assist the Partenopei earn a draw and win the championship.
At Udinese, a draw was needed, but after the home team seized the lead in the 13th minute, it appeared that the celebration would have to wait another day.
The first two championships for Napoli, the last of which was in 1990, were won by Maradona. Before he tragically killed unexpectedly at age 60 on November 25, 2020, according to ESPN, he never saw the team lift another.
Maradona’s tribute to Napoli players
When Maradona passed on in 2020, his children announced his social media accounts would keep running to preserve his memory.
Two of his biggest dreams after his retirement never happened again in his lifetime – to see Argentina win theWorld Cup and see Napoli win the Scudetto; both have happened in the last six months.
According to Football Italia, the Instagram account of the late legend sent a tribute to Napoli players – a picture of Maradona and the last names of the squad, including head coach Luciano Spalletti was accompanied by a caption.
“A new date to remember, a new joy for the city, for the people, for history. Thank you to all of you guys! FORZA NAPOLI.” the caption on Instagram reads.
Juventus’ salty congratulations to Napoli
Sports Brief reported that Juventus sent salty congratulations to Napoli after their status as Italian champions were confirmed with the draw against Udinese last night.
The 36-times Italian champions remind the Neapolitans of their dominance and the times they received compliments before applauding their rivals’ success, a detail deemed unnecessary.
Napoli’s Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, who has attracted the interest of several top European football clubs including Paris Saint-Germain, Bayern Munich, Chelsea, and Manchester United, may not be easily poached, as Napoli’s president Aurelio De Laurentiis is known for his tough negotiation skills.
Osimhen’s impressive performance, including scoring 22 goals in the Italian Serie A and 27 in all competitions, has confirmed Napoli’s position as champions for the 2022/23 season and earned him a place among African legends such as Samuel Eto’o and George Weah.
De Laurentiis’s recent comments have dealt a blow to the interested clubs, indicating that he will not easily let go of the talented striker.
“I will not sell Victor Osimhen this summer — no way,” he told Cinque Minuti after the match against Udinese.
The striker also spoke on his future after their status as champions was confirmed on Thursday and was only interested in partying for now.
”Future? Now I want to enjoy this historic moment. This is not the time to think about my future,” he told Sky Italia.
Multiple reports in theEnglish and Italian media suggest De Laurentiis will only listen to an offer in the region of €150m for the forward despite claiming he would not sell and is only trying to instigate a battle that will drive the price up.
Osimhen breaks Eto’o record
Victor Osimhen’s goal that delivered the league title to Napoli was also a record-matching and record-breaking goal for the Nigerian striker.
Osimhen broke Eto’o Serie A record for most goals by an African in a single season, as reported by Sports Brief. He also matched George Weah’s record of most goals by an African in Italy.
With five games left this season, he could cement his status as the best African to play in the Italian top-flight division.
Napoli has secured the Serie A title after claiming a point at Udinese on the evening of May 5th and as a result of their impressive campaign, many of their top stars including Osimhen are sure to attract interest this summer.
The Partenopei have been in exceptional form this season and are poised to lift their first Scudetto in 33 years, having opened up a commanding lead at the top of the table.
As they look to build on their success, it is likely that several players will attract attention from other clubs.
Victor Osimhen
Victor Osimhen will be one of Europe’s hottest properties this summer after scoring a sensational 26 goals in 33 appearances this campaign.
The Nigerian striker has been linked with the likes of Manchester United and Chelseaas well as Real Madridand Bayern Munich but Napoli’s hefty price tag may prove a potential stumbling block.
Those clubs could be reluctant to meet his reported £100million valuation but with few enjoying better goalscoring seasons than the 24-year-old, it may be money well spent.
Osimhen started playing football at a young age, and by the age of 18, he had made his professional debut for the Nigerian team, Ultimate Strikers Academy.
Osimhen’s big break came when he signed for Wolfsburg in the German Bundesliga in 2017. However, he struggled to make an impact at the club and was loaned out to Charleroi in the Belgian First Division A, where he enjoyed a successful spell, scoring 20 goals in 36 appearances.
In July 2020, Osimhen joined Napoli for a reported fee of €50 million, becoming the club’s most expensive signing ever. Despite a slow start to his Napoli career due to injury and Covid-19 complications, he has gradually established himself as a key player for the club, scoring 10 goals in 24 appearances in his debut season.
Osimhen’s style of play is characterized by his pace, dribbling ability, and clinical finishing.
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has been in sensational form this season
Another attacking star who will not be short of suitors is Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, with Manchester City and Liverpool among a long list of interested parties.
The Georgian winger — nicknamed Kvaradona by the Napoli faithful — has been a revelation since arriving in Naples last summer from his homeland.
A price tag upwards of £100m is now being talked about for the pacy, skilful and clinical forward after 14 goals and 14 assists across 37 Serie A and Champions League appearances.
Minjae Kim
Minjae Kim has marshalled things expertly at the back and a switch to Liverpool, City or Utd could now be in the offing.
Napoli have conceded a league-low 22 goals this campaign and having started 31 of their 32 games, much of that has been down to their South Korean defender.
Kim, 26, signed a new contract with Luciano Spalletti’s men last summer but Premier League clubs are unlikely to be put off by a potentially substantial fee.
Alex Meret
Alex Meret has been linked with a move to Tottenham
Alex Meret has been named as a potential solution to Tottenham’s issues between the sticks.
Spurs are on the hunt for a successor to veteran captain Hugo Lloris and Italian stopper Meret has emerged as a prime target alongside the likes of Jordan Pickford and David Raya.
The 26-year-old has 19 clean sheets in all competitions this term but whether he wants to give up Champions League football to make the switch to North London remains to be seen.
Alex Meret is an Italian professional football player who currently plays as a goalkeeper forNapoli in Serie A and the Italy national team.
He was born on March 22, 1997, in Udine, Italy, and started his youth career at Udinese before moving to Parma.
He joined Napoli in 2018 and has since made over 50 appearances for the club, helping them win the Coppa Italia in the 2019-20 season. He has also represented Italy at various youth levels and made his senior debut in 2019.
Mario Balotelli, ex-Inter Milan striker, congratulated Victor Osimhen on facetime following Napoli’s victory in the Serie A on Thursday night. Osimhen’s goal against Udinese secured the Italian championship title for Napoli, their first in 33 years.
Osimhen has been a key player for Napoli this season, scoring 22 goals in the league to help his team achieve a historic triumph. In a heartwarming video shared on social media, Balotelli can be seen chatting with the Nigerian striker and celebrating his success.
Balotelli, who won the treble with Inter Milan, took time out to praise Osimhen’s achievements, expressing his admiration for the young forward. The video has since gone viral, with many football fans commending Balotelli for his graciousness and class.
“Trust me, you did something incredible. You still don’t know what you did, trust me. Now you’ve won, you will realise in years, not tomorrow, next year but in ten years you’ll understand what you did. It’s unbelievable, seriously.”
The victory is a significant milestone for Napoli, who have endured a long wait for Serie A glory. The club’s success has been built on a strong team spirit and a determination to succeed, with Osimhen playing a key role in their triumph.
Osimhen reacts after leading Napoli to Serie A title
As for Osimhen, the Nigerian striker has been widely praised for his performances this season, with many tipping him for a bright future in the game. At just 22 years old, he has already established himself as one of the most exciting young talents in world football, and his success with Napoli is sure to further enhance his reputation.
Osimhen later shared how fans of Napoli had warmly accepted him when he arrived at the club in 2020.
“I am so happy, mostly for the fans. It’s been amazing. I remember when I came, a lot of things happened and these people sent messages, encouraging me,” the Nigerian striker said.
Overall, Napoli’s triumph in the Serie A has been widely celebrated by football fans around the world, with the club’s success serving as a reminder of the enduring power and passion of the beautiful game.
Balotelli then congratulated Osimhen, encouraging him to enjoy the moment.
Osimhen reacts to league success
In related news, Sports Brief reported on the Super Eagles forward breaking his silence after leading Napoli to the Serie A title – their first Scudetto in 33 years.
Osimhen scored the goal against Udinese that put the Italian league title mathematically into their hands, with five games still to go in the current campaign.
Osimhen celebrates Serie A triumph
Sports Brief also reported on Osimhen leading Napoli’s celebrations after the Naples side was crowned champions of Italy for the first time in 33 years.
The Super Eagles striker scored the goal that won his team the Italian top flight league title, during their 1-1 draw against Udinese on Thursday night.
In a video that has since gone viral on social media, Osimhen is seen screaming in excitement as he celebrates the moment among his teammates.
A gloomy start till an exciting finishing
Victor Osimhen is a Nigerian professional footballer who currently plays as a striker for Napoli in the Italian Serie A. Born on December 29, 1998, in Lagos, Nigeria, Osimhen started playing football at a young age, and by the age of 18, he had made his professional debut for the Nigerian team, Ultimate Strikers Academy.
Osimhen’s big break came when he signed for Wolfsburg in the German Bundesliga in 2017. However, he struggled to make an impact at the club and was loaned out to Charleroi in the Belgian First Division A, where he enjoyed a successful spell, scoring 20 goals in 36 appearances.
GELSENKIRCHEN, GERMANY – FEBRUARY 07: Victor Osimhen of Wolfsburg is challenged by Amine Harit of Schalke during the DFB Pokal quarter final match between FC Schalke 04 and VfL Wolfsburg at Veltins-Arena on February 7, 2018 in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Bongarts/Getty Images)
His performances earned him a move to Lille in the French Ligue 1 in 2019, where he made an immediate impact, scoring 18 goals in 38 appearances in his debut season. His goalscoring exploits helped Lille to finish fourth in the league and qualify for the UEFA Europa League.
In July 2020, Osimhen joined Napoli for a reported fee of €50 million, becoming the club’s most expensive signing ever. Despite a slow start to his Napoli career due to injury and Covid-19 complications, he has gradually established himself as a key player for the club, scoring 10 goals in 24 appearances in his debut season.
Osimhen’s style of play is characterized by his pace, dribbling ability, and clinical finishing.
Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen has been regarded by Italian striker Mario Balotelli as one of the best players since the renowned Lionel Messi era.
The former Manchester City striker said that Rafael Leao of AC Milan would one day be as good as Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland.
Osimhen and Leao might become elite players, according to Balotelli, if they keep their focus.
The former Liverpool forward recently appeared on Muschi Selvaggio’s podcast.
Balotelli said:
“As long as Messi plays, I will continue to say that he is the strongest player around. Afterwards, perhaps, it will be the turn of Haaland and Mbappe.
“Also keep an eye on Leao and Osimhen: with the right head, they can reach the level of Erling and Kylian.”
Why Osimhen didn’t join Arsenal
Meanwhile, Osimhen once had a chance to join English Premier League club, Arsenal but he preferred a move to Germany, where he joined Wolfsburg in 2016.
He initially signed a pre-contract with the Bundesliga outfit and by 2017, he officially joined the club.
The striker had been noticed following his exploits at the 2015 FIFA U17 World Cup in Chile, where he scored ten goals.
Osimhen admitted the Gunners was a good team for young players but felt the Bundesliga outfit was his best move.
Bayern intensify interest in Osimhen
Earlier, it was reported that Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich are reportedly set to offer everything possible to land Victor Osimhen at the Allianz Arena.
Quite a number of clubs are on the trail of the Nigerian international, who has netted 25 goals for Napoli this season.
The Italian club have one hand on the Scudetto already and are just one win away from claiming the Serie A title for the first time in more than three decades.
Didier Drogba, a Chelsea stalwart, has advised Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen not to joinParis Saint-Germain this summer, saying the French club is not a place for him to continue playing football.
Given his outstanding performances for Napoli, where he currently leads the goalscoring table, Osimhen has so far this season captivated the hearts of many football fans in Nigeria and Italy.
This has made the former Lille strongman become a target for many clubs most especially him being linked with a move to the Premier League with clubs like Chelsea, Man United and Arsenal said to be interested.
Osimhen on the other hand has not really made his final decision about where to play his game next season as he is currently focusing on helping Napoli win the title.
And to make things sweet, Napoli are in good position to win the league title and Osimhen could also be the first Nigerian to take home the Golden Boot award in the Serie A.
Drogba’s advise to Osimhen
According to the report on Naija Footballer, Drogba who was one of the finest African strikers to have played in the Premier League made it clear that Osimhen should not move to France.
Berbatov wants Osimhen at Man United
It had reported how ahead of the forthcoming summer transfer window, former Manchester United striker Dimitar Berbatov disclosed that he wants to see Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen, at Old Trafford.
The Red Devils are also eyeing the Spurs forward Harry Kane, but Berbatov believes that the England striker is already of age.
United are desperate to sign a proven striker and are already making moves to land Kane before the start of the coming season.
The 29-year-old has already notched in over 200 Premier League goals, including 23 this season, but he is yet to win any major trophy in his career.
In the forthcoming transfer window, Paris Saint-Germain is reportedly ready to make a €150 million offer for star Napoli attacker Victor Osimhen.
The 24-year-old Osimhen is now in his third season with Napoli after moving there in a club-record €70 million deal from Lille, and this time around he has had one of the best goal-scoring campaigns in Europe.
The Nigerian international has been unstoppable with 21 goals in 24 Serie A appearances and five goals in six Champions League matches.
Now, the world’s best clubs have taken notice.
While there is also said to be strong interest in Osimhen coming from the deep pockets of Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain are trying to wrap things up early with a serious bid.
Football Insider is reporting the French giants are ready to meet Napoli’s enormous €150m asking price, with the hope they can blow Chelsea out of the water as they consider a £100m (€112m) bid of their own.
Osimhen’s contract ties him to the club for two more seasons after this one, but with his value at an all-time high,and with Napoli being able to offer the chance at league titles and deep Champions League runs, the Serie A leaders can demand a substantial windfall.
ROUND-UP
– According to GiveMeSport, Manchester United view Valencia’s 22-year-old goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili – who is priced around £45m (€50m) – as a potential long-term replacement for David de Gea.
– United are also showing interest in 19-year-old Benfica centre-back Antonio Silva, although they face competition from Paris Saint-Germain, Napoli, Real Madrid, Juventus and Liverpool, per Ekrem Konur.
– Football Insider is reporting Liverpool and Tottenham are the two teams 23-year-old Eintracht Frankfurt centre-back Evan Ndicka will choose between when his contract expires in a few months.
– According to the Daily Mail, 31-year-old Liverpool forward Roberto Firmino will join Barcelona on a free transfer at the end of the season.
This season, the 25-year-old has collected more goals and assists than any other African player, making him a notable performer in Belgium.
In addition to receiving multiple man of the match honours, Paintsil recently helped Genk defeat Anderlecht 5-2.
He also recorded an assist in the game, bringing his total tally for the season to an impressive 27 goals and assists across all competitions.
The young winger’s performance has not gone unnoticed by fans and experts alike, who are impressed with his consistency and ability to impact games.
With his impressive form, Ghanaian winger Joseph Paintsil is expected to attract interest from several top clubs in the upcoming summer transfer window.His current transfer value is estimated to be between €5.5M and €9.2M.
After Napoli’s Champions League elimination by AC Milan on Tuesday, Luciano Spalletti lamented their inexperience and physical difficulties.
The quarterfinal second leg ended in a 1-1 stalemate in Naples, but Milan advanced 2-1 on the basis of a 1-0 victory in the first leg last week. Victor Osimhen’s late goal offset Olivier Giroud’s early goal.
While quickly giving credit to a resolute Milan, Spalletti suggested that Napoli’s lack of experience and fitness issues after Osimhen missed the first leg due to injury were difficulties.
The Napoli coach told Mediaset: “We congratulate Milan for this qualification, that must be done because they have played two games managing to capitalise to the maximum [on their opportunities].
“This is a sign of a mature team, of players who know how to choose the moments: when to step on the accelerator and when you have to defend yourself with all the team.
“But I also want to congratulate my players. We played a Champions League campaign of the highest level and we played a good match tonight as well.
“We paid for a little inexperience in reading the moments of the match.
“We played with different players with a little tiredness,starting with Osimhen who had not played for twenty days.”
👏 You never lose when you do us proud. Thanks for your efforts, boys!
Napoli have failed to progress from four of their five Champions League knockout rounds, with their only success coming in the round-of-16 tie this season against Eintracht Frankfurt.
Spalletti’s side are also without a win in their last three games in all competitions (D2 L1), having gone winless in just three of their 16 previous games (W13 D1 L2).
A Scudetto will still likely follow with Napoli leading at the Serie A summit by 14 points, yet Spalletti acknowledged his side have slipped away after getting too comfortable following a March 19 victory at Torino.
He added: “We weren’t good enough inside the penalty area to score, as they did the only time they came in.
“We were in good condition, both mentally and physically [in the first half], then after the break we found players not in condition and forcing our press a few times.
“The league win against Torino made us believe that the championship was a formality. During these two games, we did everything totally differently.”
After seeingFrank Anguissa dismissed in the first leg, in which Ismael Bennacer’s strike proved the difference in a 1-0 win for Milan, Spalletti was left frustrated with referee Istvan Kovacs.
Spalletti once again voiced his displeasure with the officiating, suggesting Szymon Marciniak should have awarded a first-half penalty for Rafael Leao’s sliding tackle on Hirving Lozano.
“Tonight there’s a clear penalty on Lozano in the 37th minute, very clearly, his ankle just twists,” he continued.
“You can see it very well in the replays. You risk twisting his ankle. It’s a penalty you can’t miss.”
The striker was not present for his team’s quarterfinal first-leg defeat on Wednesday, as the Partenopei lost 1-0 at San Siro thanks to a first-half goal from Ismael Bennacer.
With 21 goals this season, Osimhen is the Serie A scoring leader and has played a key role in the club’s commanding lead in the Scudetto battle.
But having sat out this week’s game with a groin injury, Spalletti has given assurances he will feature for their home tie next week against the Rossoneri.
“Victor Osimhen will 100 per cent be available for the return leg at [Stadio Diego Armando] Maradona on Tuesday,” he said. “He will be there.”
Spalletti will also have to rethink his plans in light of Andre-Frank Zambo Anguissa’s dismissal, with the midfielder sent off after a second yellow card for pushing Theo Hernandez.
The Cameroon international will be suspended, as will defender Kim Min-jae following a late booking, but the coach has the belief his side will adapt to their loss.
“Any absence is damaging at this stage of the season, but we also have players who can fill in, which is why we are where we are,” he added to Sky Sport Italia.
“We trust the squad. We are sad not to have Anguissa, as it feels unjust not to have him, but there’s nothing we can do. I don’t comment on the referee, that is not my role.”
Napoli will return to Serie A action this weekend against Verona before they face Milan. The Partenopei are already enjoying their deepest run in Europe’s premier competition.
Victor Osimhen has finally said that his goal in playing professional football is to be named the African Footballer of the Year in light of his great accomplishments this season.
Osimhen is most likely to wind up with the greatest goal total in the Italian Serie A this season given the way things are going, making him the first Nigerian to do so.
This season, the Super Eagles’ strongman at Napoli has been generating news for the right reasons and has been linked to a move to the Premier League.
Clubs like Arsenal, Manchester United and Chelsea have been identified as the three EPL sides who have signified interest to have the Nigerian striker.
According to the latest report on Complete Sports, Osimhen is looking to dethrone Sadio Mane who is the current holder of the prestigious African award.
Osimhen’s statement about landing award
“I am not going to lie. It would be my dream to be African Footballer of the Year. I was at the ceremony in 2015, when Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang won the award. As an African you dream of this prize and maybe I can win.”
The last Nigerian player who won the African Footballer of the year award was Kanu Nwankwo in 1999.
Bayern Munich want Osimhen
Earlier, Sports Brief had reported how Bayern Munich joined the race to sign Nigerian striker,Victor Osimhen and are said to be willing to pay Napoli the €100 million asking fee.
This latest piece of transfer news means the Bavarians could hijack the signature of the Super Eagles striker from the likes of Manchester United, Chelsea, Arsenal, and Paris Saint-Germain.
Since the departure of Robert Lewandowski to Barcelona, Bayern have been struggling in front of goals and are yet to find a good replacement for the veteran striker.
Friday’s all-Italian Champions League quarterfinal betweenNapoli and Lecce is approaching, and Napoli will be looking to quickly recover from their shattering home loss to AC Milan.
After a Good Friday vacation to the Adriatic coast, coach Luciano Spalletti claimed he would know whether his team’s four-goal thrashing on Sunday was “a crack or a crater.”
Spalletti and a strangely divided fan base will want to rapidly plug the hole Milan punched through because Napoli will be flying up to the San Siro on Wednesday for the opening leg of an exciting European match.
A 16-point advantage over second-placed Lazio with 10 games to go, means Napoli are still all-but guaranteed their first Scudetto since 1990 but a strong display is needed after Milan made them look ordinary in the first of a trio of clashes.
Star striker Victor Osimhen will again be out of action with a thigh injury after also missing the Milan defeat, but the Nigerian and Napoli are both cautiously optimistic he could return midweek.
He will also have a new face mask to wear on the pitch after losing the now iconic headgear while on international duty with his country, with whom he picked up his knock.
In his place will be eitherGiovanni Simeone or Giacomo Raspadori, the former more likely to start by virtue of his performance when Osimhen was last injured in the autumn.
For Milan, who take to the field at the San Siro in the third game on Friday, mid-table Empoli are the perfect opposition to test whether last weekend was a freak result or a blazing return to the form which won them the league last season.
Stefano Pioli has finally returned to a back four, the formation which served him so well in his team’s thrilling run to the title.
Brahim Diaz, who starred in Naples alongside side two-goal Rafale Leao, is set to be rested ahead of Wednesday’s Champions League clash.
In Serie A, Milan are trying to cut a four-point gap between them and second-placed Lazio.
Maurizio Sarri’s Lazio host Juventus on Sunday night with both teams involved in racism controversies, the capital club for anti-Semitic chanting during last month’s Rome derby and Juve for monkey chants aimed at Romelu Lukaku on Tuesday night.
Juve are only six points off the Champions League places despite being deducted 15 points for transfer offences similar to the ones for which Lazio and their local rivals Roma are being investigated by criminal prosecutors.
Juve have won seven of their last eight and are closing in on a top-four battle which looked impossible when they were sanctioned by the Italian Football Federation in January.
The Argentine has performed admirably as a deputy to Osimhen on the rare occasionsthat Serie A’s top scorer has been out injured this season, but was practically invisible last weekend.
Restricted to just four starts in all competitions this season but the scorer of some important goals he will be key to Napoli trying to bounce back from that heavy defeat ahead of the Champions League double header.
In his pursuit of becoming Africa’s leading scorer in the Italian top division, Nigerian international Victor Osimhen is edging closer to George Weah’s Serie A scoring record.
Just one goal short of Weah’s record, the 24-year-old attacker has 45 league goals for the Partenopei since joining Napoli in the summer of 2020.
George Weah of Liberia was the top-scoring African player in Italian football between 1995 and 2000 with 46 Serie A goals in 114 games for AC Milan.
But in just three seasons, Nigeria’s Osimhen is set to overtake the record, but he admits that the former Ballon d’Or winner and current president of Liberia remains one of the greatest African players.
In a chat with Wole Opatola via Moor Sportz YouTube Channel, Osimhen said: “He (Weah) has to be considered as one of the greatest African strikers that graced the Serie A.
I want to continue to do my best and continue to do well for myself and for my team.
“At the end of the season, I think I stand a chance to surpass him or meet the record. I didn’t have the opportunity of watching him play, and I have never met him.
The Serie A league leaders in Italy received a harsh reality check yesterday when AC Milan, the defending champions, defeated them in a 4-0 game at the Estadio Diego Armando Maradona.
High-flying Napoli, who were without their star striker Victor Osimhen, were defeated by two goals from last season’s MVP Rafael Leao and one each from Brahim Diaz and Alexis Saelemaekers.
With the defeat, Luciano Spaletti’s team’s lead over Lazio in second place was cut to 16 points.
At the same time, it moved Milan up to third place, one point ahead of Inter Milan, which suffered a defeat to Fiorentina on Saturday.
According to Italy 24, Napoli ultras protested ahead of the game. Those inside the stadium were ordered to stay silent in protest against club president Aurelio de Laurentiis for rising ticket prices and increased security measures.
Napoli fans brawl inside stadium The fans stuck to their agreement in the earlier stages of the game, but they proved they didn’t deserve one of their demands after a brawl broke out in Curva B during the first half, as reported by Football Italia.
They further pushed against their demands when another fight broke out at half-time. The fans turned their backs and only made insulting chants towards De Laurentiis, but got triggered when some cheered the team.
Their demands were not helped when the situation got worse in the closing stages of the game, with fireworks lighting inside the stadium causing pandemonium and fans running for safety.
It was not the first time Neapolitans caused violence this season. They were barred from attending the away game to Eintracht Frankfurt in the Champions League after causing disruption in the first leg of the encounter.
Spalletti started young striker Giovanni Simeone, the son of Atletico Madrid head coach Diego Simeone, in place of Osimhen but the Nigerian striker’s impact could not be matched.
The former Lille striker is expected to miss the first leg of the UEFA Champions League quarter-final tie against Milan.
Peter Okoye of the P-Square music group, one of the best-known Nigerian musicians, has explained that he has been able to convince Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen to join Chelsea.
Numerous clubs in the Premier League and France are keeping an eye on Osimhen, who has been in outstanding form this season for Napoli in all competitions.
Osimhen travelled to Lagos to visit his family and friends after participating in two matches for the Super Eagles against Guinea-Bissau in the African Cup of Nations qualifying round.
Okoye shared a video on his official Instagram page, where he was seen sitting down and having a good time with Osimhen.
Okoye wants Osimhen at Chelsea In the comment session, a fan asked Okoye if he was able to speak to Osimhen on speculation about him moving to the Premier League, and the singer said he has convinced him to join Chelsea.
Peter Okoye’s statement ”I was able to convince Osimhen to come to Chelsea.” Meanwhile, Chelsea are expected to make their bid for Osimhen at the end of the ongoing League season.
Aubameyang wants Barcelona return
Earlier, Sports Brief had reported howPierre-Emerick Aubameyang is reportedly tired of sitting on the bench at Premier League side Chelsea and wants to lower his salary so as for him to make a return to La Liga giants Barcelona.
Last summer, Chelsea paid Barcelona the sum of £10 million for the signature of Aubameyang with the hopes that the Gabonese striker would help them score goals.
But since the arrival of the former Arsenal captain at Stamford Bridge, he has been struggling and has even managed to net three goals in 18 appearances this term in all competitions.
Under the direction of Erik ten Hag, United has had arguably a successful season. In February, the Dutchman gave the team its first trophy in nearly seven years.
The Europa League is one of two more trophies that the Red Devils are still in the running for.
Victory in the Premier League game between Manchester United and Liverpool FC at Old Trafford is celebrated by Erik ten Hag.
Be that as it may, Ten Hag is understood to be keen on strengthening his squad further this summer to help him challenge for more trophies next season.
According to Metro UK, United are looking to sign a prolific striker and have Napoli’s Victor Osimhen top on their shortlist.
The Old Trafford dwellers are also expected to add a central midfielder within their ranks to partner Casemiro.
United had initially touted Barcelona’s Frenkie de Jong for the role, but The Sun claims Borussia Dortmund ace Jude Bellingham is now a top priority.
🚨 Napoli want €150,000,000 for striker Victor Osimhen.
Ten Hag is also likely to move for a right winger following Antony’s struggles since his arrival from Ajax.
Man United possible starting XI
Should Man United seal the three transfers, we are likely to see a much changed United team from next season.
David de Gea is expected to continue guarding the net next season, with the long-serving United shot stopper in line to renew his contract at Old Trafford.
Having already been frozen out of the starting XI, Harry Maguire may have to settle for a place on the bench should he continue at the club, with Ten Hag possibly continuing with Raphael Varane and Lisandro Martinez at the heart of his defence.
Diogo Dalot has been touted as the long term right-back at the Theatre of Dreams, leaving Wan-Bissaka staring at a bleak future with the club.
How Man United could line up next season with Osimhen, Mitoma, and Bellingham.
Photo: buildlineup.com. Source: UGC
That said, Dalot is likely to be partnered with Luke Shaw on either flank of the backline, with Tyrell Malacia acting as Shaw’s backup in left-back.
In the event United snaps up Bellingham from Dortmund, the Englishman is likely to team up with Casemiro in midfield, with Bruno Fernandes keeping his place as the club’s No.10.
Mitoma would obviously slot in for Antony on the right wing, with Marcus Rashford continuing on the left.
Such a scenario would then see Osimhen drafted into the attack to lead Man United’s goal hunt.
Napoli name Osimhen price tag
Earlier, Sports Brief reported Napoli have reportedly set the asking price for the club’s top marksman, Victor Osimhen.
Osimhen has courted interest from a number of top clubs across Europe after an impressive season with the Italian club.
Manchester United are among the clubs believed to be keen on the services of the Nigerian international.
While Napoli are said not to be willing to part company with Osimhen, fresh reports indicate the Italian giants would only listen to offers in the region of €150 million.
Victor Osimhen Napolian striker, was spotted displaying his moves inside the Super Eagles’ training facility as three new players were introduced ahead of the match against Guinea Bissau.
The MKO Abiola stadium, where the first leg of the AFCON qualifiers will be played, has already welcomed more than 20 players, who have begun training there.
Osimhen arrived on Tuesday night shortly after signing an endorsement agreement in Lagos, where he is now a Dettol soap ambassador.
Osimhen was seen dancing to worship songs with his teammates in the video that was posted on Twitter, while Iheanacho was playing the drum.
The new players who have been initiated into the Super Eagles are Sochima, Bameyi & Aniagboso and they have also introduced themselves to other teammates.
Chijioke Kingsley Aniagboso is a goalie and was with the Under-20 team at the recently concluded AFCON in Egypt.
Super Eagles have won their first two games in the 2023 AFCON qualifiers and Peseiro and his wards will want to continue with their impressive performances.
Osimhen started as a goalie
Earlier, Sports Brief had reported how Osimhen has been doing excellently well this season for Napoli in the Serie A getting them goals.
However, not many knew that the 24-year-old started his career as a goalkeeper.
The Nigerian striker made this revelation while answering questions in a video interview where he made it clear that he was a goalie when he was young.
Osimhen also revealed that there was even a tournament where he saved two penalties for his youth team in the semi-final of a tournament.
The Nigerian explained that he later stopped keeping and then became a defender before he became a striker.
Victor Osimhen, a striker from Nigeria, has downplayed reports linking him to Premier League clubs, saying it would be disrespectful to Napoli for him to discuss transfers.
When asked to choose between Manchester United and Manchester City by a fan during a Q&A session in Lagos, the Super Eagles player revealed this.
Osimhen has been associated with Manchester United for a while, and many fans have been calling for him to move to Old Trafford.
This is a result of his incredible efforts this season for Napoli, where he has scored 21 goals and is leading the Serie A standings.
According to the video spotted on Twitter, Osimhen explained that he won’t be able to talk again on transfer because he has to respect Napoli. Statement made by Osimhen ”I want to appreciate the person who asked the question, but I don’t want to talk about transfers because it will be so disrespectful to my current club.”
Meanwhile, Osimhen is expected to lead the attack for the Super Eagles in their coming double header against Guinea Bissau.
Okocha wants Osimhen in EPL Earlier, Sports Brief had reported how Super Eagles legend, Jay-Jay Okocha showered encomiums on Victor Osimhen, saying he has been impressed with the Nigerian striker’s performances this season. Osimhen is already set to etch his name into the football history books, judging by his brilliant form for Napoli, where he is currently topping the Serie A scoring table with 21 goals this term.
His brilliance in front of the goal has made him a target of many clubs in Europe, who are reportedly preparing to table offers to the Italian club in the summer.
Thanks in part to their lethal striker, Napoli have established a 19-point lead on the Serie A table and are in good position to life the title.
Okocha stated emphatically that Osimhen has shown he has the qualities to excel in the Premier League.
The former Bolton Wanderers midfielder added he would love to see his compatriot feature in the English league for Manchester United or even Manchester City.
Victor Osimhen of Nigeria and his teammates have been cautioned byNapoli coach Luciano Spalletti ahead of their Champions League matchup against Eintracht Frankfurt.
After defeating Germany 2-0 in the first leg of their Champions League quarterfinal match, Napoli will play for pride in front of their home crowd.
Osimhen scored a goal for Napoli in the first match, and on March 15 at 8 p.m. local time, the Nigerian is expected to shine once more in Naples.
Spalletti reportedly said that his team should wait to celebrate until the second match, per the Complete Sports report.
Statement made by Spalletti “Seeing as it is practically a final, I want to see the attitude of a team that is starved and wants a result. I’ve seen them in training all term and they never let their heads drop. “Now the test is to forget what has happened in the past and focus on getting the job done now.
Don’t forget Eintracht got through a group that had Tottenham, Marseille and Sporting.
”Last year they won away to a Barcelona side that eliminated us, so we have total respect for the work Oliver Glasner is doing, we know it will be tough.”
Napoli's Victor Osimhen is recognized for being the best foreign athlete in Italy in 2022 🇳🇬 pic.twitter.com/dseJi67jZx
Osimhen flaunts diamond necklace Earlier, had reported how Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen flaunted a multimillion Naira diamond necklace as he stepped out in style amid links with Premier League clubs this summer.
The Super Eagles star is currently the man of the moment in the Italian Serie A, where he is leading the scoring chart with 19 goals.
Osimhen has won the hearts of many Napoli fans through his performances and they are hoping the Nigerian will remain in Naples after the current season ends.
The Nigerian was seen in joyous mood while showing off his expensive piece of jewellery.
In the event that Antonio Conte’s team is eliminated from the Champions League, Manchester United reportedly believes they can lure Harry Kane away from Tottenham.
The prolific England captain, 30, is highly desired by the Red Devils, who are in the market for a star No9.
While United reportedly expects Spurs to lower their £100 million asking price if they do not place in the top four, The Sun reports that the North Londoners are frantically trying not to sell.
Tottenham would run the risk of losing their talisman for nothing if they allowed Kane to complete the remaining 12 months of his contract because his contract expires at the end of the upcoming season.
Conte’s side currently sit in the final Champions League spot but are coming under pressure from Liverpool, who hammered United 7-0 to continue their recent revival on Sunday.
That Anfield humiliation has highlighted the need for improvement at Old Trafford and spending is expected — especially if the Glazer family decide to sell the club.
Saliba has answered all Arsenal’s doubts – Arteta
Kane has 18 league goals this season — the ninth campaign in a row he has hit double figures in the top flight — and would offer a superstar option alongside Marcus Rashford, who is in the form of his life.
He was strongly tipped to move to Manchester City last summer and may see this as his final chance to make a career-defining move as he looks to break his trophy duck.
Napoli sensationVictor Osimhen is another United target but there will be aqueue of clubs fighting for the 24-year-old’s signature.
Victor Osimhen won’t be moving this summer, according to Luciano Spalletti, the head coach of Italian club Napoli, despite rumors linking him to Manchester United.
According to a number of rumors, the Nigerian international might be moving to Old Trafford as Cristiano Ronaldo’s agency is allegedly putting the finishing touches on a potential trade.
With United not qualifying for the Champions League, CR7 is said to be desperate to leave United and Napoli is a considered destination for the Portuguese.
It was gathered that United could offer €100million to Napoli for the Nigeria international, Complete Sportsreports.
“Osimhen gave his response, via his agent, saying he wants to play the Champions League and he wants to play it with this squad.
“He cares about his teammates, he chases down opposition players to help out and is a very strong focal point in attack. Having him at our disposal with that mentality is the best we could ask for.â€
The 23-year-old has scored two goals and recorded one assist in three league appearances for the Partenopei this season.
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