Foot & Soccer Soccer Match Reports, Football NewsWith England skipper Harry Kane enjoying a record-breaking run after joining German giants Bayern Munich last summer, a host of striking superstars have continued to steal most of Europe’s headlines.
While it might appear that Liverpool talisman Mohamed Salah will be staying put at Anfield, PSG icon Kylian Mbappe is set to complete what will be a famous move to Spanish giants Real Madrid over the coming weeks.
With many expecting Europe’s elite to shatter a string of financial records this summer, we have taken a look at some of the all-star number nines that could be set for a blockbuster switch.
Victor Osimhen – Napoli
Making real history last season as they claimed a first Serie A crown since 1990, Napoli’s charge for the history books was certainly spearheaded by their attacking icon.
While the Azzurri might have drastically come crashing back down to earth this time around, Nigerian marksmen Victor Osimhen has continued on another free-scoring flurry.
Once again finding the net last weekend as Napoli were forced to settle for a 1-1 stalemate away at Udinese, the 25-year-old has now scored four goals in his previous five Serie A appearances.
Recording 15 top-flight strikes this season and currently sat third in the chase to defend his Golden Boot, it is no secret that Osimhen is attracting plenty of heavyweight interest ahead of the summer transfer window.
Only continuing to underline his status as one of Europe’s most clinical number nines, the former Lille ace has been linked with both Arsenal and Chelsea over the past few months.
Along with speculation that PSG have identified Osimhen as their standout target to replace Mbappe in the French capital, it has been suggested that Napoli have already accepted their attacking superstar will be on the move this summer.
Viktor Gyokeres – Sporting Lisbon
While Viktor Gyokeres might have only arrived at Sporting Lisbon last summer following a €20million deal with Championship…
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Author : Tom Dunstan
Publish date : 2024-05-08 14:04:06
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