Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis is reportedly willing to offer Paris Saint-Germain a minor discount on Viktor Osimhen’s €130m release clause. Page nine of today’s Corriere dello Sport details how the Partenopei bigwig is open to slightly dropping his demands to facilitate the Nigerian’s switch to the Parc des Princes.
Osimhen’s exit has been on hold amid a lack of concrete proposals, even though Napoli have informed other clubs of their desire to cash in on their standout forward. However, the 25-year-old’s prohibitive release clause has proved a substantial obstacle to the Italian giants’ ambition to raise funds from his departure.
Only a handful of European clubs can afford Osimhen’s mammoth price tag. Yet, his underwhelming form in 2023/24 has deterred his Premier League suitors from matching De Laurentiis’ asking price. With the English clubs out of the picture, PSG have emerged as the only viable destination for the wantaway Napoli star.
Les Parisiens are in the market for a new center-forward to replace Kylian Mbappe. They initially wanted Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, but Napoli clarified that they’re unwilling to sell the Georgian winger. On the other hand, they’re ready to listen to offers for Osimhen. After PSG refused to meet the player’s release clause, De Laurentiis must lower his claims.
Napoli dispatched agent Roberto Calenda to Paris to negotiate Osihmen’s transfer during the week. But it’s up to De Laurentiis to find common ground with PSG, which requires wavering on his original request.
 |
Follow us on Google News for more updates on Serie A and Italian football |