Napoli striker Victor Osimhen is ‘expecting‘ an offer from Arsenal this summer, according to Gazzetta.
The Nigerian striker is expected to leave Napoli this summer. He is keen to explore other challenges and is eager to secure a move to the Premier League.
Osimhen is also attracting interest from Saudi Arabia, with the Saudi Pro League (SPL) sporting director Michael Emenalo keen to lure his countryman to the Middle East.
There could be a bid from the SPL this summer, but Osimhen has his heart set on a move to the Premier League and is waiting on a summer bid from Arsenal.
The 25-year-old has a €120 million release clause, and Napoli are unwilling to accept anything less as their transfer activity this summer hinges on Osimhen’s sale.
Osimhen is considered one of the best strikers in Europe, but his recent injuries have deterred potential suitors, and Napoli may be forced to negotiate for a deal to materialise.
The Nigerian had an injury-plagued campaign with the Partenopei last term, missing ten games due to recurring injury problems.
Despite his injury problems, Osimhen finished the season with 17 goals in 32 games, solidifying his credentials as one of the best strikers in European football.
Osimhen has now been sidelined for four weeks with a fresh injury and won’t be available for Nigeria’s World Cup qualifiers against South Africa and Benin this month.
His injury record is a cause for concern, but it remains to be seen if Arsenal would still launch a move for the former Lille striker.
The Gunners are keen on signing a marquee striker this summer to close the gap on Manchester City after losing out on the title race for a second consecutive season.
They have also been linked with a move for RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko, who is available for £55m.
The 21-year-old netted 18 goals in 42 games last term and is also attracting interest from Chelsea and Manchester United.
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