Saudi Arabian club Al Hilal has set its sights on a jaw-dropping €140m (£120.3m) bid to secure the transfer of Nigerian international football sensation, Victor Osimhen, from Napoli.
Despite Al Hilal’s substantial offer, Napoli remains firm on their valuation and reportedly demands nothing less than €150m (£128.8m) to even begin negotiations for the 24-year-old striker.
If the deal goes through, Osimhen stands to earn an astronomical wage of one million pounds per week, a testament to his exceptional talent and goal-scoring prowess. The Nigerian forward impressed in the Serie A last season, topping the league’s goals chart with an impressive 26 goals, leading Napoli to clinch the Scudetto for the first time in over three decades.
Negotiations on a contract extension between Napoli and Osimhen’s agent have hit a roadblock, as an initial meeting failed to yield a resolution. The striker’s current deal with Napoli runs until the summer of 2025.
Speculation about Osimhen’s potential destinations has intensified, with two options emerging. He has been linked as an alternative option for Kylian Mbappe at Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), and there are also reports suggesting Al Hilal’s strong interest in acquiring his services.
The contract extension talks with Napoli have encountered difficulties due to the club’s insistence on inserting a staggering release clause of £173m in Osimhen’s new deal. Such a clause could deter potential suitors from pursuing the talented striker.
Recently, Osimhen was spotted in Paris, adding fuel to the PSG transfer rumors. However, it is worth noting that the visit might not be directly related to any potential transfer discussions.
As the situation unfolds, football fans around the world eagerly await the outcome of these high-stake negotiations, which could lead to a historic transfer deal for Victor Osimhen.