Napoli striker Victor Osimhen appears to be facing dwindling options as he seeks a permanent move away from his parent club this summer. Juventus, long linked with the Nigerian international, are reportedly moving swiftly to finalize the signing of former Lille striker Jonathan David, casting doubt on Osimhen’s prospects at the Turin club.
Juventus have been actively pursuing Osimhen as a replacement for Dusan Vlahovic, whose future at the club remains uncertain. However, recent developments suggest the Old Lady may prioritize securing David, who is now a free agent after his contract with Lille expired. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that talks with David have advanced rapidly, making him the likely target for Juventus’ attacking reinforcement.
Osimhen, currently on loan at Galatasaray, has been open to a move to Juventus but faces challenges due to Napoli’s stance. His €75 million release clause is only applicable to foreign clubs, meaning Juventus must negotiate a higher transfer fee directly with Napoli. Additionally, Juventus must first resolve Vlahovic’s situation before completing any deal for Osimhen.
Juventus’ scouting director Giorgio Chiellini recently distanced the club from rumors linking them definitively to Osimhen, emphasizing that the club is focused on its transfer business and that speculation should be taken lightly.
With Juventus closing in on Jonathan David and other top European clubs also interested in Osimhen, the Nigerian striker’s options appear limited as the summer transfer window progresses. Osimhen has reportedly set a mid-July deadline to decide his next club, with Galatasaray, Al-Hilal, PSG, and some Premier League teams also expressing interest.
