Reports claim that Real Madrid are trying to orchestrate a move for one of Africa's biggest rising stars, who could become the most-expensive African player in history should he leave his current club.
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Following a near perfect start to their LaLiga season, Los Blancos have faltered in recent weeks as they have now dropped points in back-to-back matches.
Their slump in form coincides with the absence of 2022 Ballon d'Or winner Karim Benzema, who is currently nursing a muscular problem, something which Real boss Carlo Ancelotti is keen to address as soon as possible.
The Italian tactician has made club president Florentino Perez aware of the lack of an out-and-out strikers at his disposal without Benzema, and according to Sport, Los Merengues are looking at bringing in Super Eagle Victor Osimhen to offset the unavailability of the Frenchman.
The Napoli man has been in scintillating form so far this season for the Serie A league leaders. The 23-year-old is currently atop of the league's golden boot standings with eight goals, despite playing significantly fewer minutes than those he is competing with due to a knee injury he sustained earlier in this campaign.
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The Lagos native also recently became the most prolific Nigerian in the history of the Italian top-flight as the marksman continues to see his stock rise.
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