'His desire is clear' - Napoli deliver Victor Osimhen transfer update as Chelsea & PSG battle for his signature

Napoli director Giovanni Manna has provided a key update on Victor Osimhen's future with Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain looking to sign the striker.

WHAT HAPPENED?
Osimhen has been linked with an exit from Napoli since the start of the year and at the beginning of the summer transfer window, he seemed like a guaranteed departure from the books of Gli Azzurri. However, with just under two weeks remaining until the end of the window, the Nigerian's future remains up in the air.

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THE BIGGER PICTURE
At the moment, Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain seem the most likely destinations for Osimhen if a summer move does indeed go through. It had earlier been discussed that the Blues could be the club to sign the 25-year-old as a potential swap deal including Romelu Lukaku had been suggested. However, Napoli sporting director Manna has now opened up on the Nigeria international's future and also talked about how the situation has affected the club's preparations for the season.
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WHAT MANNA SAID
Speaking to Sky Italia, Manna said: “It’s an objective fact, what the coach said, the situation is blocked. Victor is an important player, with an important value and conditions. His desire is clear. We tried to maintain the integrity of the squad at this moment. We are not the only club in this situation and we’ll see what happens over the next 10 days."
When asked if Osimhen prioritizes any club, he said: "At this time, it is not right to say what sensations there are. We are working with his entourage to find the best solution. As we said, he is an important player, so it’s not that we can just find him anywhere."

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WHAT NEXT FOR OSIMHEN?
With eleven days until the end of the summer transfer window, it is highly possible that Chelsea or PSG may not be able to reach an agreement in time. When asked if Osimhen could remain at the club, Manna said: "He is under contract for another two seasons, so clearly if we don’t find a solution by August 30, we’ll have to talk to the player."

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