Napoli have officially announced that they have no plans to reintegrate Victor Osimhen into their squad. This decision was confirmed by both manager Antonio Conte and the club’s management on Saturday night.
Background
The Nigerian striker, who has been a key player for Napoli, was notably excluded from the squad earlier in the day. Romelu Lukaku has taken over the No. 9 shirt, further indicating Osimhen’s uncertain future at the club.
Recent Developments
- On 31 August, Osimhen was excluded from the squad for the Serie A match against Parma.
- Earlier reports on the same day confirmed his exclusion from the Serie A squad entirely.
- On 30 August, Al Ahli included an affordable release clause for Osimhen, fuelling transfer speculations.
- On 26 August, Osimhen’s agent addressed rumours about his future amid ongoing transfer talks.
Official Statements
Antonio Conte and the club’s management have both confirmed that there are no plans to bring Osimhen back into the squad. This decision comes amidst a series of exclusions and transfer speculations surrounding the player.
The situation remains fluid, with further updates expected as the transfer window progresses.