Napoli manager Antonio Conte has hinted at a possible return for Victor Osimhen as the team struggles to find consistency in front of goal, with current striker Romelu Lukaku underperforming.
The Partenopei endured a tough week, crashing out of the Coppa Italia with a 3-1 loss to Lazio and then suffering a 1-0 defeat to the same opponents in Serie A. These setbacks saw Napoli surrender their top spot in the league to Atalanta.
Lukaku, who has scored just five goals in 15 appearances this season, has faced criticism from fans and appears to have lost Conte’s confidence. Following their latest defeat, Conte openly voiced his concerns about his team’s lack of sharpness in attack. “We need to improve in this respect, we get there, but the final step is missing. We are working on it,” he told TMW.
Meanwhile, Victor Osimhen continues to shine on loan at Galatasaray, where he has tallied 10 goals and five assists in 13 appearances. His efforts have helped the Istanbul side maintain a six-point lead at the top of the Super Lig, with 38 points from 14 matches.
The Nigerian international’s impressive form has drawn interest from Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester United, who are reportedly considering activating his €75m release clause in January. However, Napoli director Giovanni Manna dismissed the rumours, stating, “Victor is owned by Napoli and currently playing for Galatasaray. A lot has been said, but nothing is happening.”
Osimhen’s potential return to Napoli could provide a much-needed boost to their attack, with Conte admitting that more clinical finishing is crucial for the team. The striker’s latest goal came in Galatasaray’s 3-2 win over Sivasspor, where he converted a penalty to aid the club’s push for a third consecutive league title.
Since his arrival in Turkey, Osimhen has become a vital part of Galatasaray’s domestic campaign, showcasing his goalscoring prowess and creative abilities to great effect.
