By Oscar Okhifo, Abuja<\/p>\n
The rumor, that ace footballer Victor Osimen may switch to Premier league side in the summer may just remain in the rumor realm after all if popular transfer expert Fabrizio Romano’s believe is anything to go by.<\/p>\n
Of a truth, clubs like Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United are among the top teams that are interested in the legendary Nigerian born 26-year old striker.<\/p>\n
According to Fabrizio, the move to any of the afformentioned clubs is now dangling on the precipice because of what the striker is demanding as salary.<\/p>\n
“Victor Osimen is definitely not returning to Galatasaray and he is finished with Napoli.” the transfer guru reported.<\/p>\n
Speaking further, he said; “The move to the Premier league is currently thwarted due to Osimen’s salary expectations.”<\/p>\n
Romanio maintained that even Chelsea wanted to sign the striker last summer from Napoli, but, the deal hit the rocks because of what the striker wanted as salary for his next transfer.<\/p>\n
This reality, leaves room for the Saudi Pro-league as the available option for him (Osimen) whom Napoli President, Aurelio De Laurentis , is believed to be more okay with selling to a Saudi club.<\/p>\n
Riyadh based Alhilal will Dole out for the striker between 30 and 35 Million Euros a year which axes his 12 million Euros-a-year salary.<\/p>\n
The Napoli top-gun is not willing to sell the Nigerian Striker to Italian Serie A rival Juventus who are willing to to match the release clause.<\/p>\n
Now, the puzzle is, will Osimen go for the the cash be led by his close affinity with Juventus Sports Director Guntoli who signed him for Napoli from Lille? This is the dilemma and puzzle that may remain shrouded until after the summer transfer window closes in August. Whatever decision the dazzler takes eventually, may it further elevate the ever thrilling game.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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