Real Madrid’s transfer window has seen a steep turn. From the initial claims that they are looking atmultiple renowned namesto strengthen the forward department,Los Blancos’search for a striker has fallen flat on its face.
Carlo Ancelotti was the force responsible for propelling the idea of a big summer striker signing. After all, the manager had just lost the services of Karim Benzema and was desperate to fill the void with a quality name.
Harry Kane was the Italian tactician’s top choice on that front. According to ɾєρօɾτs fromMario Cortegana, Napoli’s Victor Osimhen is another player really liked by the coach.
The 24-year-old took Serie A by storm last season, scoring 26 goals and providing four assists in Napoli’s sensational run to the title. He averaged over 1.1 key passes and a staggering 4.2 shots per game in that duration. He also netted five goals in the UCL, taking his total tally for the season to 31.
Moreover, Osimhen has been a star in Italy for a while now. With 13 and 16 goal contributions to his name in the 2020-21 and 2021-22 seasons respectively, his numbers have only improved with every passing year.
The Nigerian international’s contract with Napoli runs out in 2025, and the Serie A champions are in talks with him over an extension. Real Madridcontacted the Italian clubover his availability earlier this month but are said to be unwilling to meet their asking price.
Florentino Perez prefers to wait for Kylian Mbappe over any other striker in world football. The French international’s arrival this summer, however, is not simple and could get pushed over to 2024.
As it stands, it appears that theMerengueswill see no further additions to their squad heading into the 2023-23 campaign. Joselu will serve as the team’s primary striker, with Vincius Jr and Rodrygo likely to flank him.
