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Napoli Sign Super Eagles Striker Osimhen

Italian sign, Napoli have signed Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen, the club confirmed in a statement on Friday.

Italian Serie A side, signed the Eagles striker from Ligue 1 side Lille. “Welcome to Napoli, Victor,” the Napoli tweeted.

The move was also confirmed by Lille, who tweeted, “We’d like to extend our heartfelt thanks to @victorosimhen9 and wish this Super Eagle the very best of #LOSC luck in his new adventure with @en_sscnapoli. Get ready, #SerieA.”

Osimhen reportedly joined the Italian side for an African record fee of €81m.

He will wear the No.9 jersey at the Serie A side.

Also, U-17 World Cup winner Osimhen says he is ready for the new challenge at Napoli.

“Can’t wait to put on this iconic jersey, thank you for the warm welcome @sscnapoli #forzanapolisempre,” the Nigerian tweeted. Punch

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