Napoli plan for life without Osimhen with eyes on Barcelona striker

Former Serie A champions Napoli are reportedly in the market for a striker and have identified wantaway Barcelona forward Vitor Roque as a possible addition to their squad this summer.

According to reports emanating from Italy, the Partenopei are eager to add Vitor Roque to the squad. whether or not Osimhen leaves this summer.

It is unclear whether the Brazilian youngster will act as backup to the Nigerian striker if Osimhen decides to stay, or if the Super Eagles star will be relegated to a supporting role pending his long-awaited move from the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium.

Osimhen has been angling for a move away from Napoli, with Arsenal, Chelsea, and Paris Saint-Germain all previously believed to be interested in the Nigerian forward.

Barcelona youngster Vitor Roque has merged as a top candidate for Napoli, as the Brazilian is believed to be considering options to leave the Blaugrana despite only joining them in January this year.

Vitor Roque’s move to Barcelona was meant to launch his career in Europe, but the youngster has stalled since making the move after failing to impress former manager Xavi Hernandez, forcing his agent to make statements publicly criticising the former Blaugrana gaffer for his treatment of the 20-year-old.

Roque managed only two starts for Barcelona after his move from Athletico Paranaense, and could be tempted by the chance for more regular game time with a move to Napoli.