Victor Osimhen is widely regarded as one of the premier attackers in global football at now. Although he just agreed to a contract extension with Napoli, it is thought that there is a release provision in the agreement that will come into effect over the summer. Is it possible that Real Madrid, now without a top-tier striker, may become his next choice?
Osimhen played a crucial role in leading Napoli to win the Serie A championship last season. It was an unexpected victory that few anticipated, marking the club’s first success since the era of Diego Maradona in Naples.
Since then, there has been persistent conjecture over the future of Osimhen. Considering the recent remarks made by Napoli owner Aurelio de Laurentiis, it is quite likely that the striker will be leaving the club. Real Madrid has been identified as a potential destination.
According to ESPN, De Laurentiis commented on the status of Osimhen:
“We were aware of this information since the previous summer.”
“Hence, the protracted and cordial contract negotiations… however, we were fully aware that he would ultimately join either Real Madrid, PSG, or an English team.”
Osimhen’s choice has been verified amidst the speculation linking him to Real Madrid.
There are rumors that Osimhen’s contract has a release clause of about €130 million, which will come into effect next summer. While the mentioned sum is indeed noteworthy, it is hardly an exceptional price in the context of contemporary football, especially for a striker who is widely regarded as one of the top players in Europe.
The transfer cost is not the primary focal point of debate in relation to the Napoli striker. Real Madrid should have concerns over many other factors related to a possible transfer for Osimhen.
To begin with, he lacks refinement and consistency as a finisher, often failing to convert favorable opportunities. Furthermore, he lacks technological expertise. Therefore, Osimhen would not fulfill the role as a direct substitute for Karim Benzema, if that is what supporters are anticipating.
Furthermore, it is noteworthy to mention that he has achieved the feat of scoring over 20 goals in a single season on only one occasion during his whole career. Osimhen lacks the established history of success that individuals such as Erling Haaland or Kylian Mbappe has.
