PSG pull out of Osimhen race

By Daily Sports Nigeria on August 22, 2024

French giants Paris Saint-Germain have reportedly pulled out of the race to sign Napoli striker Victor Osimhen, focussing instead on retaining their current attacking options.

The Ligue 1 champions had been linked with a move for the Nigeria international, particularly after the injury to Gonçalo Ramos, which will sideline the Portuguese striker for up to three months.

However, according to French publication L’Equipe, PSG are now leaning towards “standing pat” and relying on their existing forward line, which includes the likes of Ousmane Dembélé, Randal Kolo-Muani, Marco Asensio, and Bradley Barcola.

The French giants had reportedly tabled a low offer for Osimhen in recent weeks, while their initial contacts with Atalanta for Ademola Lookman also fell short of the Italian club’s valuation.

The latest developments confirm PSG’s decision to step back from pursuing a marquee signing and focus instead on utilising their squad depth as they chase Ligue 1 and European success this season.

Atalanta executive Luca Percassi has stated the club’s goal is to keep all their best players, and it remains uncertain whether Lookman will return to training this week.

Teammate Teun Koopmeiners has also produced a medical certificate to be excused from training as talks with Juventus proceed slowly.

With PSG seemingly out of the race, Napoli president Aurelio de Laurentiis’ stance on Osimhen’s massive £113 million release clause may become a stumbling block for potential suitors like Chelsea and Arsenal, who have both been linked with the striker.

The 25-year-old has been in impressive form for Napoli, winning the Serie A top scorer award for 2022/23 with 26 goals. However, his future remains uncertain as the transfer window approaches its conclusion.

 

 

 

Source Punch Ng

Posted August 22, 2024


 

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