The Italian giants have entered the race to sign Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, adding to the competition from Chelsea and Galatasaray, Football Transfers reports.
Renowned journalist Fabrizio Romano revealed that the Italian club has approached Napoli to explore a deal for the forward, who is currently on loan at Galatasaray.
Osimhen, 25, joined the Turkish side after a turbulent summer in which moves to Chelsea and Saudi Arabia fell through. His relationship with Napoli soured last season following a social media scandal and a lack of playing opportunities under manager Antonio Conte. He eventually opted for a loan move to Galatasaray, where he has started strongly, scoring eight goals in 10 games.
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Juventus sees Osimhen as a potential replacement for Dusan Vlahovic, whose future remains uncertain due to stalled contract negotiations. However, signing Osimhen will be challenging due to Napoli’s €60-70 million asking price and the rivalry between the two clubs.
Chelsea, undeterred by their failed attempt to sign him earlier, is reportedly preparing a fresh bid in 2025. Meanwhile, Galatasaray would like to keep the striker but cannot afford Napoli’s valuation. With his performances continuing to impress, Osimhen is expected to remain one of Europe’s most sought-after players in the coming months.
