Sports News of Thursday, 11 July 2024
Source: www.mynigeria.com
Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen continues to dominate the talks in the transfer market as he is expected to leave Napoli this summer.
The 25-year-old has been linked with a move to the English Premier League with Chelsea, Manchester United and Arsenal rumoured as potential destinations.
The Super Eagle has also been linked with a move to Paris Saint-Germain as a potential replacement for Kylian Mbappe who has joined Real Madrid.
Despite several speculations surrounding Victor Osimhen's future, the players staggering release clause of €120 has become a stumbling block to his departure from the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium.
There are also reports of a lucrative offer from the Saudi Pro League, but the player is reportedly not interested in the move.
How can PSG afford the signing of the reigning African Player of the Year?
In this article, we look at four players the French champions will have to sell to use the proceeds to afford Osimhen's signing.
Gianluigi Donnarumma
PSG may have to let go of their first-choice goalkeeper whose transfer could fetch them around €36 million. The Parisians could bet on their second-choice goalkeeper Keylor Navas who is solid in between the sticks with a lot of experience under his belt. Juventus are reportedly interested in Donnarumma whose transfer could save PSG around 12 million dollars in annual wages.
Mario Icardi
Another player PSG could sacrifice will be the Argentine who has been on loan at Galatasaray for the last two seasons. Despite Icardi's impressive performance in the Turkish league, it is unlikely that the player will return to the French capital next season. PSG could cash in on the 31-year-old who has a market value around €18.
Carlos Soler
The former Valencia midfielder could be the next player on the chopping board. The 27-year-old has struggled to secure a starting spot in Luiz Enrique's team.
Cashing in on the Spaniard could generate additional funds and reduce the club's wage bill. His transfer could save the club around 8 million dollars in annual wages.
Presnel Kimpembe
The long-serving defender has fallen behind on the pecking order in defense. He has a market value of €11 million and his sale could facilitate the transfer of new players to the club. His experience and defensive skill will make him a top target for other clubs.