Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has revealed he was pressured into joining Napoli in 2020 despite his reluctance, describing the period as one of the most difficult moments of his career. Speaking to Italian prosecutors, Osimhen said his former agent and Lille officials pushed for the deal while he was coping with his father’s failing health.
The €75 million transfer made him Africa’s second most expensive footballer and remains under financial investigation in Italy over alleged inflated valuations and secret payments, which Napoli deny.
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Now with Galatasaray, Osimhen said he felt manipulated and emotionally drained at the time, struggling with confusion over contract terms. Despite his reservations, he went on to lead Napoli to their historic Serie A title in 2023.
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