According to the Italian media, PSG is now very close to finalizing the deal for Victor Osimhen. However, the operation is still very far from being completed, according to other information.
It’s no secret that PSG will need to rebuild their offense this summer, especially due to Kylian Mbappe’s departure to Real Madrid. This significant loss for the capital club means they will need to rethink their offensive strategy.
While Luis Enrique still has Goncalo Ramos and Randal Kolo Muani, who joined last summer, the addition of one or even two new players in this area is not out of the question.
For several months, one name has been repeatedly mentioned: Victor Osimhen. The Napoli striker, who previously played in Ligue 1 with Lille, seems to be nearing the end of his Italian adventure and is open to a new challenge.
Last summer, after his outstanding season capped with a Serie A title, the Nigerian forward was highly sought after. But Aurelio De Laurentiis is tough in negotiations, and he quickly blocked his player, demanding an enormous sum to let him go.
Victor Osimhen accepted this decision and chose to stay for an additional year. However, it’s now certain that the 25-year-old striker will pack his bags this summer. According to the Neapolitan press, PSG has never been closer to sealing the deal.
The Italian press may have gotten ahead of themselves
According to Il Mattino, there is no doubt Victor Osimhen will leave Naples this summer. The player is even already in agreement with PSG. Discussions have reportedly accelerated between the player’s entourage and the Parisian management.
The Italian daily even reveals that the Lagos native would earn 13 million per year in France and would sign a 4-year contract with full rights to his image. Il Mattino adds that he would also sign several sponsorship deals with Qatari brands.
Yet, despite what the Neapolitan press may report, the deal is clearly not as advanced as suggested, Foot Mercato are informed by a Parisian source, and the former Lille player is just one of several offensive options being considered.
Thus, a game of strategic deception has begun, promising a lively summer full of transfer rumors in the capital. To the delight of Parisian fans – or not.
