In recent months, Napoli star Victor Osimhen has been frequently linked with a move to Paris Saint-Germain toward the end of the 2023-24 season. Now, with the transfer window open, these rumors are heating up once again.
Since transferring from Ligue 1’s LOSC Lille to Napoli, the Nigerian international has netted 76 goals in 133 appearances, including 65 goals in Serie A. Osimhen was also instrumental in Napoli’s 2022-23 league title win.
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has shared new developments suggesting Osimhen may be nearing a move to the French capital. According to Romano, Osimhen has given his approval to PSG’s project and is eager for the transfer to proceed.
🚨🇳🇬| Victor Osimhen has said YES to PSG’s project & is really keen on the move – work in progress on personal terms as it won’t be an issue.
PSG and Napoli negotiations is now the key point – relationship is tense between clubs after Kvaratskhelia’s situation. @FabrizioRomano pic.twitter.com/PAqV0ddEao
— PSG Report (@PSG_Report) July 17, 2024
Negotiations on personal terms are currently in progress and are unlikely to be a sticking point. The key focus now lies on the talks between PSG and Napoli, with tensions reportedly heightened following the Kvaratskhelia situation.
Moreover, Romano reports that Napoli already has Osimhen’s replacement lined up. He reveals that Chelsea veteran Romelu Lukaku has indicated to Napoli that he is prepared to join them, eager to reunite with manager Antonio Conte should Osimhen depart this summer.
🚨 Romelu Lukaku has told Napoli he is ready to join and be reunited with Antonio Conte if Victor Osimhen departs this summer.
(Source: @FabrizioRomano) pic.twitter.com/IvEAWBzuJC
— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) July 17, 2024
Reports from Corriere dello Sport indicate that PSG remains the top European contender for Osimhen despite Al-Ahli’s interest. If Roman’s reporting is accurate, this past information would be proven correct.
