Arsenal is stepping up its chase of Victor Osimhen, a striker with Napoli. The ambitions of Arsenal to try to recruit the Nigerian striker in the next days have been revealed by Italian journalist Ciro Venerato. This news follows a difficult time for Osimhen, who had a falling out with Napoli during the previous campaign. He missed a penalty, which the team on social media for the team made into a parody film. The player and the club’s relationship was damaged by this episode.
The matter:
Osimhen renewed his contract with Napoli in spite of the tension, but he also inserted a gentleman’s agreement allowing him to depart this summer. The Nigerian striker is determined to remain in Europe and has offers from the Saudi Pro League; the Premier League is his next stop. Arsenal seems to be the leader after Chelsea, which had shown interest in Osimhen, appears to have backed off. But his high €130 million release clause worries the Gunners. Arsenal wants to work up a cheaper price. According to Il Roma sources from last week, Arsenal got in touch with Roberto Calenda, Osimhen’s agent, to talk about possible move. Confirming these talks, Venerato said Arsenal wants to pay Osimhen less than his release clause. Napoli must give their choices some thought.
Generally considered to be one of the best attackers in the world, Osimhen has an outstanding record. In 133 games since arriving from Lille for €70 million in 2020, he has scored 76 goals. He scored 31 goals in 39 games two seasons ago, and he was instrumental in Napoli winning its first Serie A championship in 33 years. Napoli imposed a €130 million buyout clause on Osimhen even though they extended his contract until 2026. While they have shown a readiness to sell if their value is reached, they do not want to lose their best player. Though they are hoping for a trade closer to €100 million (£84.3 million), Arsenal, led by Mikel Arteta and technical director Edu, has showed interest.
Under Arteta, Arsenal has been improving and has almost won the Premier League the last two years. Their summer goals are to recruit a left-sided defender, a midfield partner for Declan Rice, and a prolific striker. With Aaron Ramsdale said to be leaving, they are also looking for a new goalkeeper to rival David Raya.
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Arsenal would be making a huge statement by signing Victor Osimhen, demonstrating their desire to unseat Manchester City, who have ruled the Premier League for the last four years. Earning almost €1.5 million a month (or about £300,000 a week), Osimhen would probably anticipate receiving a comparable pay at Arsenal.
Napoli will have a difficult summer rebuilding under new management after failing to retain their championship, placing tenth and losing out on European football. If the appropriate bid comes up, this might increase their willingness to trade their star striker.
Arsenal wants to improve its team and contend for the Premier League championship, as shown by their pursuit of Osimhen. We have to see whether they can get him for a price that is more in line with their assessment, but where Victor Osimhen plays next season will be decided in the next few days.
