June 04, (THEWILL) – Nigerian forward, Victor Osimhen, has etched his name in the annals of football history, becoming the first African player to lay claim to the esteemed Italian Serie A golden boot award, popularly known as the “Capocannoniere.”
Osimhen earned the coveted individual accolade ahead of Inter Milan’s Lautaro Martinez, solidifying his position as one of the world’s most lethal strikers. His phenomenal record of 26 goals in just 32 Serie A appearances played a pivotal role in Napoli’s triumphant season, putting an end to their 33-year-long wait for the Italian top-flight title.
Unsurprisingly, Osimhen’s exceptional performances have attracted the attention of top European clubs for upcoming summer transfer window. Manchester United, in particular, have been closely monitoring his since last year. With Tottenham Hotspur reluctant to part ways with their star forward Harry Kane, United might shift their focus entirely onto Osimhen, as manager Erik ten Hag looks to bolster their striking options.
However, the stumbling block in securing his services could be his hefty price tag, with Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis demanding an astronomical €160m for his prized striker, as he strives to retain the lethal services of the Nigerian.
When the transfer window reopens, United will face fierce competition in their pursuit of Osimhen. Paris Saint-Germain are also eager to acquire the 24-year-old’s services, while Eddie Howe’s Newcastle United has emerged as a fresh contender in the race for the talented Super Eagles center-forward. Bayern Munich admitted that the anticipated pricing of Osimhen was beyond their budget and pulled out.
Jude Obafemi is a versatile senior Correspondent at THEWILL Newspapers, excelling in sourcing, researching, and delivering sports news stories for both print and digital publications.
