Real Madrid could be making a major move this summer with their sights set on Napoli striker Victor Osimhen.
Speculation is mounting that the Nigerian forward could be a potential replacement for Vinicius Junior, whose future at the club is in doubt amid heavy interest from Saudi Arabia.
According to Soccernet.ng, Real Madrid are keen on Osimhen as the possible successor to Vinicius, whose performances have caught the attention of the Saudi Pro League. The Brazilian is reportedly being courted by a club with an eye-watering €300m (£255m) offer for his services.
Osimhen, 26, has been in exceptional form during his loan spell at Galatasaray this season, scoring 28 goals and providing 5 assists in 32 matches. His impressive performance has fueled the growing interest from top clubs across Europe.
The striker’s long-term future is still uncertain, as his return to Napoli at the end of the season looms large. Clubs like Manchester United, Chelsea, and Juventus are all circling for his signature.
Osimhen has already left a significant mark at Napoli, scoring 76 goals and providing 12 assists in 133 appearances since joining from Lille in 2020.
Real Madrid’s interest in Osimhen comes at a time when Kylian Mbappé has been playing as a center-forward, leaving the potential for the Nigerian to lead the line should he join.
Trading Vinicius for Osimhen would represent a bold decision, but the striker’s goal-scoring record makes him an enticing prospect for Los Blancos.
Real Madrid are weighing their options as they look to reinforce their attacking ranks ahead of next season.
