CAF Men's Player of the Year Victor Osimhen could complete a dream move to the Premier League soon, with his club reportedly willing to accept a major swap deal for his services.
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The striker was supposed to face Bafana Bafana in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier this weekend, but an injury has ruled him out for the next four weeks.
In the meantime, though, it would seem the young star is trying to seek a resolution to his club future.
Napoli have made no secret about the fact that they expect their Nigerian talisman to leave during the upcoming transfer window.
Despite recently signing an extension with Gli Azzurri, the club's president, Aurelio De Laurentiis, has stated that the 25-year-old will likely leave the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona.
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A number of clubs have since been linked with the west African hitman, but that interest seems to have cooled in recent weeks, with the likes of Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain believed to have retracted their willingness to acquire his services.
Arsenal has since emerged as a new frontrunner for his signature, however, as they are said to be in the market for a new marksman.
Gabriel Jesus' persistent injuries, coupled with Eddie Nketiah falling down Mikel Arteta's pecking order have reportedly led the north Londoners on a recruitment mission to land an elite forward.
The Lagos native is said to be of particular interest, but the Gunners are not willing to pay his mooted €130 million (R2.6 billion) release clause.
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It seems that Napoli are, though, keen to strike a deal for Osimhen's departure, and according to Italian outlet Corriere dello Sport, the Serie A giants have an appreciation for Emile Smith-Rowe and Takehiro Tomiyasu. Any deal including the duo could see the Nigerian's transfer fee drop considerably, potentially making it possible for the English outfit to launch a bid for his signature.
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