Nigerian striker Victor Osiman has signed a contract extension with Napoli, putting an end to rumours of his future. The Italian club announced the deal on social **, stating that Osimán will remain at Napoli for the next five years. Although the financial details of the contract were not disclosed, it was reported that the contract contained a value of 1€300 million termination clause. Osimán, who was named Africa's Player of the Year, is expected to receive €10 million a year after tax.
The 24-year-old joined Napoli from Lille in 2020 for an initial fee of €70 million. He scored 67 goals in 118 games for the club. Osimán played a key role in Napoli's Serie A triumph last season, helping the team win the title again after three decades. However, this season has been challenging for Osimán, who has been injured and faced with conflicts within the club.
These issues have hampered Napoli's performance, resulting in a large gap between them and league leaders Inter Milan. Despite the difficulties, Osimán's commitment to Napoli is seen as a positive development for the club. The striker's new contract will provide stability and security for the player and the team. Osiman will now focus on representing Nigeria in the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations, after missing the last edition due to a serious injury.