Transfer news: Napoli target  ₦20 Billion-rated Eagles striker as Osimhen replacement

Transfer news: Napoli target ₦20 Billion-rated Eagles striker as Osimhen replacement

Ifeanyi Ufomadu 14:45 - 16.05.2024

Napoli have identified ₦20 Billion rated striker as a replacement for the departing Victor Osimhen this summer.

Napoli are reportedly showing interest in Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta as they seek to fill the void left by Victor Osimhen's potential departure.

With plans to offload Osimhen for a substantial fee of around €120-130 million, Napoli are gearing up for a major overhaul in the upcoming transfer window following a disappointing 2023-24 season.

Last season's Scudetto winners have been so bad this season, that they could miss out on Europe altogether.

Mateta to replace Osimhen at Napoli?

Crystal Palace striker Jean-Phillipe Mateta

According to reports from L’Equipe, the Italian club are sold on the idea of Mateta stepping into Osimhen's shoes and will initiate discussions with Crystal Palace to explore a potential summer transfer.

Mateta, 26, has scored 13 goals and provided four assists in 34 league appearances under new coach Oliver Glasner.

Osimhen remains certain to depart, with Chelsea and PSG potential destinations for the Super Eagles goal-machine.

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