Victor Osimhen: Napoli Boss Laurentiis Says the Nigerian Is Not for Sale

• Napoli chief Aurelio De Laurentiis has stated emphatically that Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen is not for sale
• Clubs like Manchester United and Chelsea are monitoring the situation and preparing to make their offers
• Laurentiis made it clear that the Naples outfit has no debt and there won't be any reason to sell their superstar

Aurelio De Laurentiis, the president of Serie A giants Napoli, has laughed at the many clubs reported to be interested in the signing of Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen in the summer window.

The Nigerian star has been the lantern in Napoli's darkness so far this season, having already registered 16 league goals to help his cub to the top of the standings.

Osimhen's impressive performances this season have attracted clubs like Manchester United, Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur, who are reportedly planning to make offers at the end of the season.

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The Red Devils in particular are said to be willing to break the proverbial bank to sign Osimhen, as they need bolstering of the attacking line.

What did De Laurentiis say?

According to the report by Complete Sports, De Laurentiis made it clear that he is not ready to sell the Nigerian striker in the summer.

“Osimhen is not for sale. Our players are in demand, but I don’t have to sell anyone. We don’t have any debts.''

Reporter reacts to Napoli's statement

Sports Brief spoke to Nigerian sports reporter, Fisayo Dairo on De Laurentiis' statement about Osimhen not being for sale.

''Like I said, when the right money comes, De Laurentiis will have no other choice than to sell and I may remind you this later. Osimhen himself would want to face new challenges and playing in the Premier League will be fine.''

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Osimhen breaks Ronaldo's record

Earlier, Sports Brief reported on Osimhen breaking Cristiano Ronaldo's record in the Italian Serie A, with his header against Spezia.

The Nigerian striker recorded the highest-ever jump in the Italian top flight league, surpassing Ronaldo's header for Juventus.

Osimhen is leading his team's charge to their first Scudetto since 1990, scoring two goals to take his tally for the season to 16 so far.