Victor Osimhen

Atalanta Hail Lookman’s Brace In Super Eagles’ 3-0 AFCON Qualifier Victory

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Atalanta celebrated Ademola Lookman’s impressive performance in the Super Eagles’ 3-0 victory over Benin Republic during Saturday’s 2025 AFCON qualifiers in Uyo, where Lookman netted twice. Lookman, alongside Victor Osimhen, led the Eagles to a strong start in their qualifying campaign. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing Neighbour’s 4-Year-Old Daughter Misinformation Grinds Down … Read more

2025 AFCONQ: Osimhen Arrives Super Eagles Camp In Uyo

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Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen has joined the camp ahead of Nigeria’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda. Osimhen’s late arrival was due to the finalization of his transfer from Napoli to Galatasaray. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing Neighbour’s 4-Year-Old Daughter Misinformation Grinds Down Trust Between Govt, … Read more

2025 AFCONQ: Osimhen Leaves For Super Eagles Camp

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Victor Osimhen on Wednesday night, boarded a private jet bound for Nigeria, after he was formally unveiled as a Galatasaray player. The 25-year-old has agreed a season-long loan move from Napoli with the Turkish agents. EDITORS PICK: Maduro Grounded: US Confiscates Presidential Plane Melania’s Betrayal: Ex-Aide Says She Hates Donald, Wants Kamala Israel Grinds to … Read more

Osimhen Fires Agent After Failed Transfer To Chelsea

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Napoli striker Victor Osimhen has reportedly parted ways with his agent, Roberto Calenda, following a tumultuous transfer period that saw him miss out on a move to Chelsea, according to Il Mattino (via TMW). Osimhen is said to be deeply dissatisfied with Calenda’s management of the transfer negotiations, which he found ineffective, particularly in efforts … Read more

Osimhen Reveals Player That Convinced Him To Join Galatasaray

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Victor Osimhen has revealed that he consulted with his former Napoli teammate, Dries Mertens, before making the decision to join Galatasaray on loan. On Monday, Osimhen agreed to spend the 2024/25 season with the Turkish Super Lig champions. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing Neighbour’s 4-Year-Old Daughter BREAKING: PDP Summons Wike Over Controversial … Read more

BREAKING: Napoli Reach Loan Agreement With Galatasaray For Victor Osimhen

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Napoli have agreed to loan Victor Osimhen to Galatasaray for one year. The Nigerian international’s potential transfer to Chelsea fell through just before the English transfer window closed, and he also missed out on a move to Saudi Arabia’s Al-Hilal. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing Neighbour’s 4-Year-Old Daughter BREAKING: PDP Summons Wike … Read more

Portable Condemns Celebrities for Prioritising Bobrisky Over Ailing TG Omori

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Controversial singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has criticised Nigerian celebrities for not contributing financially to cover the medical bills of ailing music video director, TG Omori. EKO HOT BLOG recalls TG Omori recently underwent a kidney transplant in Lagos, which unfortunately was unsuccessful. The renowned cinematographer revealed that his only brother had donated … Read more

Antonio Conte Rules Out Osimhen’s Return To Napoli Squad

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Napoli manager Antonio Conte has made it clear that there is no possibility of Victor Osimhen being reinstated into his squad. The Partenopei announced on Saturday that Osimhen has been excluded from the team for the remainder of the season. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing Neighbour’s 4-Year-Old Daughter Misinformation Grinds Down Trust … Read more

Transfer: Napoli Makes U-Turn On Giving Osimhen’s Shirt Number To Lukaku

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Napoli have made a u-turn on handing Victor Osimhen’s no.9 shirt to Romelu Lukaku. The Serie A side had initially listed Lukaku as their new no.9 on the club’s official website. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing Neighbour’s 4-Year-Old Daughter Misinformation Grinds Down Trust Between Govt, People -Minister UEFA To Honour Ronaldo For … Read more

Napoli Replace Osimhen’s Number 9 Jersey With Lukaku After Transfer Saga

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Napoli’s Victor Osimhen has been side-lined in a surprising move by the Serie A club, as they handed his iconic number 9 jersey to their new signing, Romelu Lukaku. This decision comes after a summer filled with intense transfer speculation and a reported fallout between Osimhen and Napoli’s hierarchy, as reported by journalist Fabrizio Romano. … Read more

Transfer: Key Factors Chelsea’s Bid For Victor Osimhen Fell Through

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Two major factors have emerged explaining why Victor Osimhen did not join Chelsea before the summer transfer window closed. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian forward remains with Napoli after the European transfer deadline passed on Friday night, as Chelsea failed to finalize a deal for the striker, who has been a long-term target … Read more

AFCON 2025: Ekong, Osimhen, 21 Others To Battle Benin Republic, Rwanda

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Captain William Ekong and forwards Victor Osimhen and Taiwo Awoniyi are back in the Super Eagles’ nest, for next month’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Benin Republic and Rwanda. This year’s AFCON’s Man-of-the-Competition, Ekong, was discountenanced for the Matchdays 3 and 4 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying race in June … Read more

De Laurentiis Turned Down ‘Pharaonic’ PSG Bid For Osimhen – Mauro Meluso

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Former Napoli sports chief Mauro Meluso has disclosed that club president Aurelio De Laurentiis turned down a massive offer from Paris Saint-Germain to sell Victor Osimhen last year. Meluso stated that De Laurentiis refused PSG’s bid due to his deep affection for the Nigerian striker. Osimhen has been the subject of transfer speculation ahead of … Read more

Transfer: Osimhen rejects Al Ahli

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Victor Osimhen is reportedly not interested in a move to Saudi Pro League club Al Ahli, according to source. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reports that Al Ahli has submitted a €65m bid for the Nigerian striker, with Napoli reportedly willing to accept the offer. EDITOR’S PICKS Midnight Fire Destroys Multi-Million Naira Goods in Anambra Market … Read more

Saudi Club Al Ahli Table €65m Offer For Napoli’s Osimhen

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After missing out on Chelsea target Victor Osimhen last summer, Al Ahli has made a renewed attempt to sign the Napoli star. According to Fabrizio Romano, the Saudi Pro League club has presented a package exceeding €65 million (over N115 billion in Nigerian currency) for the striker. EDITOR’S PICKS Midnight Fire Destroys Multi-Million Naira Goods … Read more

PSG Abandons Osimhen Chase, Eyes Lookman with €4.5M Salary Offer

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Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) have reportedly decided to abandon their pursuit of Napoli striker Victor Osimhen this summer. According to French publication *L’Equipe*, PSG shifted their focus after securing the signing of Desire Doue from Rennes. With Goncalo Ramos currently sidelined due to injury, PSG manager Luis Enrique is expected to rely on Randal Kolo Muani … Read more

Transfer Saga: ‘I Want To Leave’ – Osimhen Tells Napoli

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Napoli’s sporting director, Cristiano Manna has confirmed that star striker Victor Osimhen has requested to leave the club amid the ongoing transfer saga surrounding the Nigerian forward. Osimhen, the 25-year-old African Footballer of the Year, has been at the center of intense speculation in recent weeks. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘Demonstration Continues’ – Lagos Protest Organizers Declares … Read more

Osimhen’s Napoli Exit In Doubt As Chelsea, Arsenal Withdraw From Pursuit

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that the future of Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen at Napoli remains uncertain, with recent reports suggesting that both Chelsea and Arsenal have withdrawn from the race to sign him. According to Italian transfer expert Ciro Troise, while PSG and Chelsea initially showed interest in the Nigerian forward, his hefty release clause … Read more

Etim Laments Overdependence On Osimhen For Goals, Calls For Diverse Strategies

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Etim Esin criticizes the Super Eagles’ overdependence on Victor Osimhen for scoring, urging a more varied attacking strategy. Eko Hot Blog reports that Former Nigerian international Etim Esin has voiced concerns over the Super Eagles’ dependence on Napoli striker Victor Osimhen for scoring, urging the team to adopt a more diversified attacking strategy. Editor’s Pick  … Read more

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