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Super Eagles and Napoli striker Victor Osimhen could end his Galatasaray loan stint prematurely as January exit looms.
Serie A giants Juventus have reportedly set their sights on Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, currently on loan at Galatasaray from Napoli.
Osimhen solidified his standing as one of the world's most feared strikers over the past three seasons and delivered Napoli's first Scudetto since 1990 with a stellar individual campaign.
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Victor Osimhen could continue at Galatasaray beyond his season-long loan deal.
Victor Osimhen to Juventus?
According to Rai Sports' football chief Paolo Paganini, Juventus have lost faith in current frontman Dusan Vlahovic, prompting the Turin giants to explore alternative options.
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Paganini suggests that Vlahovic failed to measure up to the likes of Inter Milan's Lautaro Martinez or Osimhen during his Napoli tenure.
"Juventus don't have a top-level first striker," Paganini stated.
"Osimhen is one of the names on the club's list and the relationship between his agent, and Juventus chief Giuntoli is very strong, so be careful because this summer there could be a sensational return."
Why Victor Osimhen to Juventus is unlikely
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Despite being linked to Juventus, the Nigerian striker has ambitions of playing abroad, especially in England, with Chelsea reportedly high on his list.
However, the Blues' interest may be waning due to Nicolas Jackson's recent upswing in form, which could prompt head coach Enzo Maresca to rethink his transfer strategy.
If Osimhen were to join Juventus, it would undoubtedly be a blockbuster move. Could he replicate Cristiano Ronaldo's success and help the Bianconeri claim another Scudetto title? Time will tell.
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