Saudi Arabian football club Al-Hilal is making waves in the transfer market with a jaw-dropping offer of nearly £1 million per week to Manchester United and PSG target Victor Osimhen, as per Ben Jacobs.
The 24-year-old striker has been a hot target for several European giants, including Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain, but Al-Hilal is determined to secure his services.
Updating on the details of Al-Hilal and Osimhen's situation, Jacobs said:
After failing to sign football icons Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe, Al-Hilal is eager to make a significant statement signing, and they see Osimhen as the perfect fit to elevate their squad's prowess. Their initial bid has already been turned down, but that hasn't deterred them from pursuing the gifted forward.
However, despite the incredible financial offer, Osimhen seems resolute in his commitment to his current club, Napoli.
The Nigerian international enjoyed a remarkable season in Serie A, netting 26 goals in just 32 appearances. This earned him the prestigious Capocannoniere title, making him the first-ever African to achieve the feat. His outstanding performances were instrumental in Napoli's triumphant Scudetto campaign.
Napoli, in turn, is keen to retain their prized asset and extend his stay at the Stadio San Paolo. Osimhen's current contract is set to run until June 2025, and the club is working on negotiations with his agent, holding several meetings with President Aurelio De Laurentiis to secure a contract extension.
However, the sticking point in the negotiations lies in the release clause. Napoli aims to set the clause at a minimum of €150 million, while Osimhen's representatives are pushing for a lower sum of €110 million. This disparity in valuation is
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