Victor Osimhen has not yet returned to Italy, and Napoli expects him to begin the intensive phase of his recovery programme next week, despite the fact that his contract issue remains a concern.
The 24-year-old attacker has been out since October 13 after suffering a hamstring muscle injury in Nigeria’s 2-2 friendly match with Saudi Arabia. He has missed the club’s last three games in a row.
Since his injury, Osimhen has remained in Nigeria, leaving Napoli waiting for his comeback. Meanwhile, much has been published about his contract negotiations with the club, casting doubt on his future.
Page 12 of Wednesday’s Gazzetta dello Sport details how Osimhen still hasn’t returned to Italy yet and Napoli want him to enter the intensive phase of his recovery work next week, allowing them to start planning for his return.
A year ago, the Nigerian striker suffered the same muscle injury on September 7 and was back on the pitch by October 12.