Arsenal Osimhen Pursuit Stalls: Is Napoli’s Asking Price Too High?

Arsenal is hesitant to meet the hefty €130 million release clause set by Napoli. While Arsenal has shown genuine interest in the Nigerian forward, they are reportedly not prepared to break their transfer record for the striker, who has become one of the hottest in European football.

Despite the strong interest from Arsenal, as well as from other clubs like Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain, Napoli remains firm on their valuation.

The Serie A club is keen to secure a significant return on their star player, especially as they look to reinvest in their squad under the new management of Antonio Conte.

However, Arsenal’s management seems reluctant to meet the steep asking price, considering other options for bolstering their attacking lineup.

Reports indicate that Napoli might be open to negotiating a lower fee, especially if a club can offer a deal that suits both parties.

However, as of now, Arsenal has not made any move that comes close to meeting Napoli’s demands. The Gunners are exploring alternative striker options and may pivot their attention elsewhere if a more financially viable solution emerges.

The situation remains fluid, with Napoli possibly lowering their asking price as the transfer window progresses.

Still, Arsenal’s current stance suggests they are playing the long game, waiting for either Napoli to soften their stance or explore other targets.

Osimhen’s future remains one of the more intriguing sagas of the summer, with his preference still leaning towards a move to the Premier League, despite the financial hurdles involved.