The protracted saga surrounding Victor Osimhen’s transfer from Napoli continues to be a major topic in European football, with Italian football administrator Pietro Lo Monaco voicing strong criticism of the Nigerian striker’s handling of the situation.
Osimhen, who has been a standout performer for Napoli over the past three seasons, has drawn significant interest from top European clubs, including Arsenal, Chelsea, and PSG, as well as Saudi Arabian club Al Ahli. Despite the high-profile interest, negotiations have stalled, partly due to Osimhen’s personal demands and Napoli’s hefty price tag.
With the transfer window closing in less than 48 hours, Osimhen’s future remains uncertain. He has not featured for Napoli this season, missing crucial fixtures including their Copa Italia match against Modena and Serie A games against Verona and Bologna. The ongoing uncertainty has captured widespread attention in Italy.
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Lo Monaco has expressed frustration with how the situation has unfolded. “The market sets the price, it all depends on whether the president decides to accept or not. His (Osimhen) management has been a joke; it is inconceivable that a player would dare to refuse to play,” Lo Monaco commented, according to Calcio Napoli.
As the transfer deadline approaches at 11:59 PM on August 30, Osimhen remains in a precarious position. Despite the ongoing speculation, his next move is still up in the air, and the situation could take unexpected turns before the window closes.
