Napoli coach Antonio Conte has firmly stated that Victor Osimhen will not be reintegrated into the club’s squad for the 2024/2025 season. This announcement follows Osimhen’s failed transfer to Chelsea, which left his future at the club in doubt.
In a recent post on social media platform X, Conte addressed the situation, saying, “No player will be reintegrated. Those who are out of the project will remain out of the project. We made our choices and worked in one direction all together.” This statement underscores the club’s decision to move forward without the Nigerian striker, who has been a key player for Napoli in previous seasons.
Osimhen’s potential move to Chelsea fell through as the transfer window closed, leaving him without a clear path for the upcoming season. The decision not to reintegrate him into the squad has raised concerns about his playing future, with speculation that he may seek opportunities in other leagues, such as the Saudi Pro League.
In light of Osimhen’s departure from the squad, Napoli has already secured a replacement by signing Romelu Lukaku from Chelsea as the club disclose their intention to build a competitive team without Osimhen, who was previously a standout player for the Serie A side.
As the situation develops, Osimhen’s prospects for playing professional football remain uncertain for the next few months unless a move to Saudi Arabia is feasible in the next hours.
