In a recent report, Gianluca Dimarzio mentioned that Arsenal could reignite their interest in Napoli centre-forward Victor Osimhen this summer. It has been stated that the Gunners could move in for the Nigerian striker in this transfer window.
Osimhen’s Decent Numbers In Italian Football Last Season
Osimhen had another impressive campaign at the Italian club as he managed to produce a lot of productive displays for them in front of the opponent’s goal. The Nigeria international netted 17 goals and grabbed four assists in 32 appearances for Napoli last season in various competitions.
The 25-year-old proved his worth at times in the final third and deserves some credit for averaging 3.6 shots, 0.9 key passes and 0.6 dribbles per game in Serie A football. However, he needs to improve his link-up in the opposition half based on his pass completion rate of 71% in the Italian first division (stats via whoscored).
Osimhen is under contract at the Italian club until the summer of 2026, so it won’t be easy for Arsenal to sign him on the cheap this month.
Is Osimhen A Dream Signing For Arsenal Boss Mikel Arteta?
Osimhen can engineer some space for himself to get a few strikes in at goal. He has proven himself to be a lethal finisher in the final third when he is playing well on the field. The Nigerian sensation can orchestrate the odd chance for others around him and is a powerful runner with the ball. He can also use his strong 1.86m frame to win a few aerial duels for his team but needs to find a way to improve his passing accuracy up top.
Osimhen would inject more goals into Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta’s attack. He has what it takes to nail down a regular first-team place at the Emirates Stadium and could help the Gunners compete for some major silverware over the next few years.
At 25, Osimhen is a prolific forward who has his best years ahead of him which makes him a dream signing for the North London club to consider in this summer transfer window. However, there are some question marks over whether the Nigerian attacker can maintain his good form in Premier League football.
