Despite Vlahović’s impressive goal tally of fifteen in the Italian top-flight, Osimhen’s return from the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has seen him in top form, bagging five goals in three games.
Nigeria’s defensive stability in Abidjan was notable, with forward players like Osimhen and Ademola Lookman playing a crucial role in defensive duties. The duo emerged as the tournament’s most aggressive players, tallying 20 and 21 fouls, respectively, across seven matches.
Napoli enters the showdown unbeaten in their last three matches, highlighted by a resounding 6-1 victory over Sassuolo, where the Nigeria striker notched a hat-trick. The Super Eagles forward sits fourth in the Serie A Golden Boot race with 11 goals this season.
Victor Osimhen first goal against Sassuolo in Serie A.
Victor Osimhen was on fire yesterday 🔥pic.twitter.com/iWafTeljC8
— Football View (@FootballViewYT) February 29, 2024
The Old Lady, buoyed by a recent 3-2 triumph over Frosinone, ended a four-game winless streak in the league. The Serbian’s brace in that fixture, scoring in the third and 32nd minutes, bolstered his standing as the league’s second-highest scorer with 15 goals.
Napoli aims for redemption after losing their first encounter this season to Juventus with a narrow 1-0 defeat. They have won their last three matches against ‘The Old Lady’ at home, outscoring them 8-2 during that span, per Soccerway.
Dusan Vlahovic – 23/24 so far 🇷🇸🚀
Dusan Vlahovic – 23/24 so far 🇷🇸🚀pic.twitter.com/c0VL49whYQ
— 🌹 (@Otavioprop) February 29, 2024
Chelsea asked to pay €130 million for Osimhen
Explorer news reported that Napoli demanded €130 million from Chelsea for Victor Osimhen.
The 25-year-old is top on the shortlist of strikers for the Blues this summer as they seek to reinforce their attack after an underwhelming 2023/24 season.
The club is reportedly ready to cash in on Osimhen but will accept nothing but his entire release clause.
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