Al Ahli step up Victor Osimhen chase with agreement with Napoli

Al-Ahli have reportedly reached an agreement with Napoli over the transfer of Victor Osimhen

He initially gave preference to staying in Europe despite receiving a massive offer from Al-Ahli

Reports in Italy claimed the striker will now be heading to Al-Ahli if he gives the green light

Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal have reportedly reached an agreement with Napoli over the transfer if Victor Osimhen, subject to the player agreeing to the move.

Osimhen’s future decision has dragged on all summer, with a decision finally expected today on the summer transfer window deadline day for European clubs.

Paris Saint-Germain were first in line for his signature early in the summer and agreed personal terms, but withdrew after failing to reach an agreement over a fee with Napoli.

Chelsea and Saudi Pro League club Al-Ahli are the two clubs left in active pursuit of the Nigerian forward whose replacement, Romelu Lukaku has already been signed.

Al-Ahli hijack Chelsea move for Osimhen

According to Sky Italia, the Nigerian has now given the green light to Saudi Pro League club Al-Ahli despite Chelsea representatives negotiating with him overnight.

The club offered him a salary of €40mil per season and a four-year contract with a release clause of about €50mil which will become active in 2025 to ensure he could return to Europe.

The Nigerian still holds the final green light.

Source: Legit.ng