The owner of Italian club Napoli, Aurelio De Laurentiis, has issued a warning to striker Victor Osimhen, stating that he is prepared to sell the Nigerian international if he does not agree to a new contract in the near future.
Osimhen, who currently has a contract with Napoli until June 2025, has recently faced uncertainty regarding his future with the club. This uncertainty arose after Napoli’s official TikTok account mocked the player for missing a penalty in a recent match against Bologna.
De Laurentiis confirmed that although a new contract has been discussed and agreed upon verbally, Osimhen’s failure to sign the deal could result in his departure from Naples.
During an interview, De Laurentiis stated, “We reached a verbal agreement on a new deal in August, but if circumstances change on Osimhen’s side, life goes on. Victor’s current contract expires in June 2025, so there is still time. Let’s not forget, I sold Koulibaly to Chelsea one year before the end of his deal.”
This warning from the Napoli owner serves as a clear indication that the club is not willing to tolerate any uncertainties or delays in contract negotiations. Osimhen, who joined Napoli in July 2020 from French club Lille, is now faced with a crucial decision that will shape his future at the Italian club.
Speculation about Osimhen’s potential departure from Napoli may attract attention from other clubs who are interested in securing the striker’s services. However, it remains to be seen whether any clubs will make concrete offers for the Nigerian star.
As negotiations continue, all eyes will be on Osimhen and his decision. The outcome of these discussions will not only impact his career but will also have consequences for Napoli, who have invested significantly in the young striker.
Nigerian football fans, as well as experts in the sport, will closely follow this developing story. The situation with Osimhen highlights the complexities and uncertainties that can arise in the world of football, even for players who have shown great potential and promise.
For now, Victor Osimhen’s future at Napoli hangs in the balance, awaiting a resolution that will determine his path forward.
