Osimhen’s representative, Roberto Calenda, subsequently denied claims that the Nigerian striker will leave Napoli in a cut-price deal. ‘I’ve read about unfounded imaginary trades involving Victor, shipped around like a package ready for delivery,’ Calenda wrote on X.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
‘But remember that this “package” is the top scorer of the third Scudetto in Naples’ history. Respect and no more fake news!’
Paris Saint-Germain have also held extensive talks to sign Osimhen but, like Chelsea, are unwilling to meet Napoli’s high asking price.
Meanwhile, Italian newspaper, Il Mattino, reported on Saturday that Conte has privately made it clear to Napoli that Lukaku is his first-choice target.
Chelsea, however, are demanding a €35m (£29.8m) fee for the Belgium international, who is not part of Enzo Maresca’s plans for the upcoming season.