Victor Osimhen absent again as Napoli lose to Girona

Victor Osimhen’s ongoing absence from Napoli’s pre-season friendlies is intensifying rumors about his potential move away from the club. The Nigerian striker was once again missing from the squad as Napoli suffered a 2-1 defeat against Girona FC.

Osimhen, who has not featured in any of Napoli’s pre-season matches, was expected to at least be on the bench for the friendly against Girona. His absence for the fourth consecutive game has raised questions, especially since he has been training regularly and is not reported to be injured.

Reports suggest that Napoli are looking to sell Osimhen before making new signings. Arsenal, Paris Saint-Germain, and Chelsea are among the clubs rumored to be interested in the striker, with Arsenal reportedly preparing a new offer.

Napoli’s Pre-Season Struggles

Napoli’s defeat to Girona marked their first loss of the pre-season. Despite solid performances in previous matches, including not conceding a single goal, the team struggled in this game. A mistake by goalkeeper Alex Meret led to Donny van de Beek scoring the opening goal, and Toni Suarez added a second for Girona.

The rainy conditions in Castel di Sangro further hampered Napoli’s performance. Additionally, Pasquale Mazzocchi suffered a suspected sprained ankle due to a rough tackle, compounding the team’s difficulties.

As Napoli continue to grapple with these issues and speculation about Osimhen’s future swirls, the coming weeks are likely to be crucial in determining the striker’s next destination.