Napoli’s Nigerian sensation, Victor Osimhen, has gracefully moved past the recent TikTok debacle with the club. The 24-year-old forward found himself at the center of a mocking video posted by Napoli’s official TikTok account, following his missed penalty in the 0-0 draw against Bologna back in September. At that time, Osimhen’s agent, Roberto Calenda, even contemplated legal action against the club.
However, in a turn of events, Osimhen, who recently clinched the title of African Player of the Year, offered a magnanimous perspective on the matter. Speaking to the media, he addressed the issue with a remarkable display of maturity and forgiveness. “I must clarify something,” expressed the former Lille star. “I was not treated badly by Napoli or De Laurentiis. I’m sorry to say this word, but it was a stupid error from somebody who thought he could use a thing like that to joke at a crucial moment.”
He continued, “I was certainly not happy, but De Laurentiis, his son Edoardo, and many at the club have supported me. They explained the situation, and even the person responsible for it was really nice to me. That was the most important thing. I spoke to that person, and he proved to be deeply sorry. Everything has been solved, so I am happy with them. Now I look to the future to leave it behind. This story belongs to the past.”
In a true testament to his character, Osimhen exhibited a remarkable level of maturity and forgiveness, signaling the resolution of the situation and his eagerness to move forward.
With six goals in 14 appearances for the Serie A champions, Osimhen’s on-field prowess continues to impress, reaffirming his value within the Napoli squad.
