Soccer News of Tuesday, 21 May 2024

Source: www.mynigeria.com

Osimhen races against time to be fit for potential final Napoli match

Victor Osimhen's future at Napoli hangs in the balance as the striker continues to battle with fitness issues ahead of their final game of the season.

The 25-year-old missed training on Monday, May 20, still nursing an injury sustained in a Serie A clash against Bologna two weeks ago.

His absence resulted in him missing Napoli's recent Serie A fixture against Fiorentina, and his participation in their last match against Lecce remains uncertain.

Amidst speculation about a potential summer transfer, it seems Osimhen may have already played his final game for Napoli.

Reports suggest a move to the Premier League could be in the offing for the reigning African Footballer of the Year.

Additionally, there are rumors linking him with a return to the French Ligue 1, with Paris Saint-Germain considering him as a potential replacement for Kylian Mbappe.

However, Osimhen's fitness concerns also cast doubt on his availability for Nigeria's FIFA World Cup qualifiers against South Africa and Benin Republic next month.