Osimhen’s time at Napoli appears to be up, with the Serie A club setting their sights on Manchester United’s struggling forward as his successor
Napoli are preparing for life after Victor Osimhen, with reports suggesting the club has already lined up potential replacements for the Nigerian striker.
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With Osimhen expected to leave permanently in the summer after his loan spell at Galatasaray, the Partenopei are targeting two players to fill the void left by the Nigerian forward.
Napoli to cash in on Osimhen and Kvaratskhelia
Napoli are set to earn a combined €150 million from the departures of Osimhen and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, with the Georgian winger already securing a €75 million transfer to Paris Saint-Germain.
Osimhen grabbed a consolation for Galatasaray against Ajax
Osimhen, whose €75 million release clause becomes active in the summer, has been linked with several European giants, including Juventus, Chelsea, and Arsenal.
Reports from Corriere dello Sport indicate that Napoli previously rejected a €65 million bid from Galatasaray in January, preferring to cash in on Osimhen for his full release clause at the end of the season.
Victor Osimhen was rested for the clash. | Imago
The Nigerian striker, who has scored 17 goals and provided five assists in 22 matches this season, remains one of the most sought-after forwards in Europe.
Manchester United’s Zirkzee on Napoli’s radar
With a significant transfer budget available, Napoli are planning an attacking overhaul, and struggling Manchester United forward Joshua Zirkzee is one of their top targets.
Manchester United forward Joshua Zirkzee | Imago
The Dutch striker, who excelled at Bologna but has found life in England tough to adapt to, has attracted interest from several clubs, including AC Milan. However, Napoli see him as a potential replacement for Osimhen.
Shakhtar Donetsk’s Georgiy Sudakov is another name on Napoli’s wishlist, with the Ukrainian star also being tracked by Barcelona and Manchester City.
Heorhiy Sudakov || Imago
Additionally, Napoli are monitoring Edon Zhegrova, Gabri Veiga, and Allan Saint-Maximin as they prepare for a busy summer transfer window.
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