Arsenal bid rejected by Napoli
Arsenal’s opening bid for Napoli striker, Victor Osimhen has been rejected, according to reports.
The Gunners are in need of strikers after losing their strike partners Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Alexandre Lacazette to Lyon and Barcelona respectively.
Arsenal Boss, Mikel Arteta is said to be keen on acquiring the service of the Nigerian forward to boost their attack for the New season.
23-year-old Osimhen, who plays for Serie A side, Napoli, has directly contributed 24 goals in 32 games across all competitions for the Naples.
According to Il Mattino, the Italian giant has reportedly slapped an £85million price tag on their star striker.
Arsenal’s initial bid has fallen short of the mark at around £51million, and Napoli are holding out for a more significant fee before considering allowing their talisman to depart, according to the report.
Saudi Arabia Billionaire’s team Newcastle United are also in the race to sign the Nigerian forward. The magpies are reportedly keeping tabs on Osimhen’s situation and are tipped to join the battle.
Thou, the Gunners are tentative to spend over the odds for Osimhen, with all other sides needed to be strengthened in the squad.
