June 19th 2023.
Napoli are hoping to agree a two-year contract extension with Victor Osimhen, but club president Aurelio de Laurentiis admitted that they will consider an offer this summer if it is too good to refuse.
Osimhen had a superb season with Napoli, netting 31 times and gaining the attention of some of Europe's biggest clubs. Manchester United, Chelsea, and Bayern Munich have all been linked with a move for the striker, with United prioritizing the signing of a new striker this summer.
Rudi Garcia was recently unveiled as Napoli's new head coach, and de Laurentiis provided an update on Osimhen's future at the event. He said that the club had already reached a basic agreement on a two-year extension of his contract, but would consider an offer if it was too good to turn down.
Manchester United had set their sights on Harry Kane but, unwilling to meet Tottenham's huge demands for a player with only one year left on his contract, they had to shelve their interest. Osimhen is still of interest, but Napoli have reportedly valued the striker at £130 million, making a move unlikely.
Chelsea are also hoping to sign a new no9, and could be boosted by the sales of several players to Saudi Arabian clubs. Talks for Hakim Ziyech to Al-Nassr are ongoing, while Kalidou Koulibaly is likely to join Al-Hilal and goalkeeper Edouard Mendy is closing in on a move to Al-Ahli.
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