Napoli’s star striker Victor Osimhen has found himself at the center of a transfer storm as Saudi Pro League clubs and Real Madrid are reportedly eyeing a potential move for the Nigerian forward when the January transfer window opens. The interest according to Goal.com comes in the wake of a recent TikTok video controversy that has soured Osimhen’s relationship with Napoli.
The controversy began when Napoli released a TikTok video showcasing Osimhen’s missed penalty against Bologna. In the background, a high-pitched voice could be heard screaming, “Gimme penalty please.” Although the club swiftly removed the video, it triggered a strong response from the player’s agent, who threatened legal action against Napoli for what they considered a disrespectful act.
As tensions escalated, Victor Osimhen took matters into his own hands by scrubbing all mentions of Napoli from his Instagram account, a symbolic gesture that clearly indicated the strain in his relationship with the Serie A club.
With Osimhen’s future at Napoli now hanging in the balance, quite a few unconfirmed reports suggest that several Saudi Pro League clubs, as well as Spanish giants Real Madrid, are closely monitoring the situation. These clubs are keen to secure the services of the prolific goalscorer when the winter transfer window opens in January.
The interest in Victor Osimhen is not limited to Saudi Arabia and Spain. English Premier League side Chelsea has also been keeping a watchful eye on the situation. However, the striker’s substantial wage demands may pose a financial challenge for the London-based club.
As the January transfer window approaches, the football world eagerly anticipates the next chapter in Victor Osimhen’s career. While Napoli faces uncertainty following the TikTok video controversy, the player’s undeniable talent continues to attract attention from some of the biggest clubs in Europe and the Middle East. The coming months promise to be eventful as negotiations and speculations surrounding Osimhen’s future gather pace.
According to Transfermarkt the centre forward’s estimated current transfer value is €120 million and to several reports his salary exceeds €4,5 million.
