Victor Osimhen: Surprise as agent refuses to discuss new deal with Napoli, wants move away from club

Victor Osimhen

Victor Osimhen: Surprise as agent refuses to discuss new deal with Napoli, wants move away from club

Akan Anwankwo 08:58 - 14.06.2023

Victor Osimhen's agent has reportedly turned down discussions with Napoli president regarding a new deal with Napoli.

There are fresh reports that Victor Osimhen’s agent Roberto Calenda has refused to have discussions with Napoli President Aurelio De Laurentiis for a possible contract extension.

The Nigerian striker is set to emerge as one of the biggest transfers in the summer as several top European sides are interested in signing the Napoli forward.

Osimhen enjoyed the 2022-23 season scoring 26 goals that helped the Partenopei win their first Scudetto in over 30 years.

Napoli are now under pressure to keep the 24-year-old who has become their most prized possession since joining the club from Ligue 1 side Lille.

According to Italian news media outlet Area Napoli, Osimhen’s agent Calenda is not ready to engage in any negotiations on behalf of his client.

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The reports further stated that Calenda prefers a big money move with Manchester United, Bayern Munich, Real Madrid and PSG have all been linked with Osimhen.

A statement from Area Napoli reads as quoted by Punch:

“Victor Osimhen and his agent have no intention of sitting at the table with Aurelio De Laurentiis and extending their contract with the blue club. 

“Chelsea and PSG have already made their advances for Osimhen: Roberto Calenda, the Nigerian’s agent, does not intend to extend the contract which expires in 2025.

“With the €100m that Bayern Munich has put on the market, Osimhen remains unapproachable without ifs and buts, perhaps even for €120m, because by now the prices are rising.”

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