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Osimhen Wants to Leave Napoli, Says Agent Manna
Victor Osimhen no longer wants to play for Napoli, according to his agent, Manna. Discover the latest transfer updates and possible destinations for the star striker.
According to Giovanni Manna, the sporting director of Napoli, Victor Osimhen has expressed his unwillingness to play for the club any longer.
On transfer deadline day, Osimhen was unable to secure a departure from the Partenopei.
Despite strong efforts from Chelsea and Saudi Pro League club, Al-Ahli to sign him, the deal fell through.
On Saturday, Napoli removed the Nigeria international from their Serie A squad and revoked his ownership of the number nine shirt.
Since the conclusion of last season, the situation has been immensely transparent.
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Manna stated to DAZN that Victor made it clear he had no intention of staying at Napoli or playing for the team, and we did our best to accommodate his wishes.
We believed that negotiations were finalized once there was a demand and an offer, but unfortunately it fell through.
It was not a given that we would retain Raspadori and Simeone, but we did acquire Lukaku.
It is currently uncertain what the future holds for Osimhen, however he may be able to secure a transfer to Saudi Arabia since their transfer window has yet to close.