CEM REPORT, SPORT | The summer transfer window is shaping up to be a dramatic one, and a major domino has fallen with the report that Victor Osimhen is on the verge of joining Paris Saint-Germain.
The reports coming out of Italy suggest a deal is almost finalized between the French giants and the coveted Nigerian striker according to Il Mattino
Osimhen to Step into Mbappe’s Boots
PSG’s pursuit of Osimhen stems directly from the impending departure of Kylian Mbappe. The French prodigy has long been linked with a move to Real Madrid, and it now appears certain. With Mbappe’s exit looming, PSG needed a world-class replacement to maintain their dominance in Ligue 1 and compete at the highest level of European football.
€130 Million Release Clause Activated
Victor Osimhen, 25, recently signed a contract extension with Napoli in December 2023. This extension included a hefty €130 million release clause, a price tag that seemed astronomical at the time. However, with PSG entering the fray, that figure now looks like a bargain.
“Victor Osimhen and Napoli will part ways at the end of the current season, with the player set to be sold upon payment of the €130 million release clause,” confirmed Area Napoli in a recent report.
Il Mattino’s report goes on to detail the lucrative offer PSG has presented to Osimhen. The move would see the Nigerian striker earn a staggering €13 million per year over a four-year contract. This is a significant increase from his current wages at Napoli, and it’s not the only perk. The deal also grants Osimhen control over his image rights, opening doors for potentially lucrative sponsorship deals, particularly with Qatari partners associated with PSG’s ownership group.
“The Nigerian sensation is set to earn over €13million per year for the next four years,” reported Il Mattino. “He will manage his image rights independently and is expected to sign lucrative sponsorship deals with Qatari partners associated with President Al-Khelaifi’s club.”
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With the financial package and seemingly clear preference for PSG, it appears unlikely that any last-minute attempts from Premier League clubs will derail the Parisians’ plans. Osimhen appears destined to wear the famous blue and red of PSG next season.
This transfer, if confirmed, will be one of the biggest of the summer window. Osimhen is a prolific goalscorer with a bright future, and his arrival will be a major coup for PSG. It will be interesting to see how he adapts to the pressure of replacing a legend like Mbappe, but one thing is for sure: the upcoming season in Ligue 1 promises to be a thrilling one.
