Victor Osimhen’s future is set to be a major talking point throughout the summer transfer window.
The Nigerian striker enjoyed a magnificent season at Napoli, with his 26 goals and impressive all-round play helping fire the Partenopei to their first Serie A title since 1990.
Interest in the 24-year-old is higher than ever as a result — with numerous Premier League clubs primed to try and acquire his coveted signature.
Keep refreshing this page for all the latest Osimhen transfer news and rumours in bite-sized chunks.
June 26: Chelsea meeting
Chelsea are preparing to hold a meeting with Osimhen’s representatives over a potential summer move.
Football London report that the Blues are considering making a bid for the striker which would be worth over £100million.
Mauricio Pochettino’s side have already added one high-profile attacker to their squad this window in the form of Christopher Nkunku.
June 22: Asking price set
Napoli will demand £155million to part ways with Osimhen this summer, according to Le Parisien.
The enormous price tag will see Paris Saint-Germain reportedly take themselves out of the race to acquire the centre forward’s signature.
If the 24-year-old were to leave Naples for that amount of money, it would make him the second-most expensive player in history.
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June 20: De Laurentiis speaks
Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has hinted Osimhen could leave the club this summer for the right price.
But the 74-year-old also suggested there is an initial agreement in place for the striker to sign a two-year contract extension with the Italian champions.
De Laurentiis said: “Osimhen has to stay. Then, if an offer came in that I could not refuse for the good of Napoli, then we would consider it, as is only natural. We already have a basic agreement on a two-year extension of his contract.”
June 15: Napoli meeting
Napoli and Osimhen’s agent will soon have a meeting to discuss the striker’s future, reports Gianluca Di Marzio.
They will try to figure out the conditions for a contract renewal, with the hitman’s current deal with the Partenopei expiring in 2025.
A potential fee for clubs interested in the African hotshot will also be discussed.
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June 11: Bayern target
Bayern Munich president Herbert Hainer has confirmed that Osimhen is a target for the Bundesliga champions this summer.
He said: “As a striker costs a lot, we have to make sure he fits well at Bayern. The same names are mentioned in the media: [Randal] Kolo Muani, Harry Kane, Osimhen, [Dusan] 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.”
SOURCE: livescore.com