Italian champions, Napoli, have taken significant strides to secure the future of their star striker, Victor Osimhen, by offering him a lucrative two-year contract extension with an impressive salary worth N6.5 billion (approximately €6.5 million), along with additional bonuses amounting to €1 million. The extension comes as Osimhen, who still has two years remaining on his current contract, had demanded a yearly salary of €7 million. Napoli, eager to retain the Nigerian striker amidst interest from some of Europe’s top clubs, hopes the new deal will strengthen their position.
The proposed contract will extend Osimhen’s stay at Napoli until 2027, and it includes a remarkable release clause of £170 million, underscoring the club’s determination to protect their prized asset. The 24-year-old’s sensational performance last season played a pivotal role in guiding Napoli to their first Serie A title in 33 years, with Osimhen netting an impressive 26 goals in just 32 games.
According to reports from Skysports on Monday, Napoli is already in advanced talks with Osimhen’s representatives regarding the contract extension. The deal would see the striker’s salary increased to €6.5 million, with an additional €1 million in bonuses, further cementing his status as one of the club’s most valuable players.
Rudi Garcia, Napoli’s new manager, expressed confidence in Osimhen’s continued presence at the club for the upcoming season. “Of course, I have spoken to Osimhen who wants to stay here to make another great season with Napoli,” Garcia confirmed. “I can assure you that he wants to stay, he is happy to be with us, and still wants to do great things.”
Last season’s impressive goal-scoring feat earned Osimhen the prestigious Capocannoniere award, making him the first African to be crowned the top scorer in Serie A. His contribution to Napoli’s success has garnered interest from top clubs across Europe, but Napoli’s offer reflects their determination to keep the Nigerian talisman in their ranks.
Addressing recent rumors about Osimhen’s contract situation, his agent, Roberto Calenda, swiftly debunked reports claiming that his client had no intention of renewing his contract. On Monday, Calenda took to Twitter to dismiss the news as “fake” and reaffirmed Osimhen’s commitment to Napoli.
With pre-season training set to begin on Wednesday, all eyes will be on Osimhen as he prepares to build on his stellar debut season and continue to make an indelible impact in Napoli’s pursuit of further glory.
As negotiations progress, Napoli fans can rest assured that their talismanic striker remains dedicated to the club’s ambitions, and a successful contract extension could mark the beginning of another exciting chapter in Victor Osimhen’s remarkable career.
