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Osimhen’s transfer drama divides Nigeria fans over move to Saudi Arabia

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1 year ago

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Victor Osimhen, the Super Eagles striker and current African Footballer of the Year, has caused a major stir with his decision to move to Saudi Arabia’s Al-Ahli.

Despite a strong interest from several top European clubs, including Chelsea, Osimhen appears set on a lucrative four-year contract with the Saudi club, with Napoli reportedly set to receive £67.3 million plus add-ons. This unexpected choice has ignited a fierce debate among his fans and friends.

Osimhen’s preference for Al-Ahli over Chelsea comes after earlier indications that he was open to continuing his career in Europe.

His agent, Roberto Calenda, had previously stated that Osimhen still had unfinished business in European football, rejecting a €70 million offer from the Saudi club. However, recent reports suggest that the financial offer from Al-Ahli was too compelling to ignore.

The debate intensified on social media when conflicting reports emerged about the specifics of Osimhen’s contract. German-based Nigerian journalist Oma Akatugba claimed that Osimhen had agreed to a weekly wage of €350,000 with Chelsea, though the striker initially sought €500,000.

This led to a backlash from Osimhen’s supporters, who denied the figures and criticized Akatugba’s accuracy. Friends and influencers of the player have been vocal in disputing the journalist’s claims, leading to a heated exchange online.

As the transfer window nears its close, the drama surrounding Osimhen’s move continues to unfold, with fans and media eagerly awaiting official confirmation of his next destination.

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