Former Super Eagles midfielder Ogenyi Onazi has advised Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen to turn down any opportunity of returning to Napoli, suggesting that a move to the Premier League—preferably to Arsenal—would be a better next step in his career.
Osimhen, who had a stellar season on loan at Galatasaray, scoring 37 goals and recording eight assists in 41 appearances, is one of the most in-demand forwards in the current transfer window. Despite his heroics in Turkey, his future remains uncertain, with several top European clubs reportedly circling.
In a recent chat with Footy Africa, Onazi emphasized that the 25-year-old has already made history in Naples and should seek a fresh challenge elsewhere.
“I would not want Osimhen to return to Napoli,” Onazi said. “Hopefully, he gets a move away from the club and joins another team in Italy or, preferably, in England.”
Onazi, who played alongside Osimhen in the national team setup, recalled a previous conversation where he encouraged the striker to leave Napoli after leading the club to a historic Serie A title—their first since the Diego Maradona era.
“I told him that he had already done what Maradona did by leading Napoli to the Italian title, and the fans will never forget that. But if anything goes wrong, they might not remember all he’s achieved,” Onazi added.
Weighing in on a potential destination, Onazi picked Arsenal as the best fit for Osimhen’s playing style.
“If I were to pick a club for him, I would say Arsenal. They need a striker, they can play to his strengths, and he will succeed with them,” he said.
Osimhen has been linked to several top clubs across Europe including Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain, and Manchester United. However, Napoli’s hefty price tag and the striker’s wage demands have complicated negotiations.
Whether Osimhen ends up in the Premier League or stays in Italy remains to be seen, but one thing is certain—his next move will be one of the most talked-about transfers of the summer.
