Italian Serie A side, Napoli, has finally made public the signing of Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen, from Ligue 1 side Lille.
Napoli made the announcement on Friday via its Twitter handle.
“Welcome to Napoli, Victor,” the Napoli tweeted.
https://twitter.com/en_sscnapoli/status/1289200196035977216?s=19
https://twitter.com/en_sscnapoli/status/1289200196035977216?s=19
The move was also confirmed by Lille, who tweeted, “We’d like to extend our heartfelt thanks to @victorosimhen9 and wish this Super Eagle the very best of #LOSC luck in his new adventure with @en_sscnapoli. Get ready, #SerieA.”
Osimhen reportedly joined the Italian side for an African record fee of €81m.
He will wear the No.9 jersey at the Serie A side.
Also, U-17 World Cup winner Osimhen says he is ready for the new challenge at Napoli.
“Can’t wait to put on this iconic jersey, thank you for the warm welcome @sscnapoli #forzanapolisempre,” the Nigerian tweeted.
Can’t wait to put on this iconic jersey,thank you for the warm welcome @sscnapoli 🔵⚪️ #forzanapolisempre pic.twitter.com/LrwrBkdkoL
— Victor Osimhen (@victorosimhen9) July 31, 2020
