Fans of Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen are urging him to part ways with Napoli following apparent neglect by his teammates who consistently refused to pass the ball to him during a recent match.
Defending Scudetto champions Napoli faced a formidable Inter Milan at the Maradona Stadium, where the in-form Milan side secured a victory. Despite the defeat, Nigerian fans were more concerned about Osimhen’s treatment by teammates, leading to calls for his departure from the club.
During the match, while Inter Milan strategically utilized players like Thuram and Çalhanoğlu, Napoli took a different approach, denying their star player service in crucial positions. Osimhen’s frustration became evident in the first 45 minutes, as he repeatedly called for the ball but did not receive it when positioned in the box.
Players like Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Politano, who previously had good link-ups with Osimhen, were criticized for opting to go solo or pass sideways instead of utilizing Osimhen as a better option. The consequences of this became apparent when Hakan Çalhanoğlu scored a thunderous strike, giving Inter Milan the lead at halftime. Fifteen minutes into the second half, Nicolo Barella added a second goal for Inter Milan.
Despite Napoli attempting to involve Osimhen later in the game, the effort proved too late. Osimhen’s header drew a smart save from Yann Sommer, but Marcus Thuram secured the victory for Inter Milan with a skillful finish after Juan Cuadrado’s excellent play.
In the aftermath of the match, numerous Nigerians on Pulse Sports’ Facebook page expressed their belief that it is time for Victor Osimhen to sever ties with Napoli, citing the evident lack of support from his teammates. Social media platforms have become a sounding board for fans calling for Osimhen’s departure from the Italian club.
