Al Hilal remain firmly in the chase for Napoli forward Victor Osimhen, undeterred by the Nigerian international’s earlier refusal to join the Saudi Pro League side.
Just ten days after Osimhen reportedly declined an initial offer, the Riyadh-based club is preparing a renewed bid, aiming to lure the striker with improved terms.
The persistence from Al Hilal has kept the transfer saga alive and made Osimhen one of the most talked-about names in the current summer window.
The Saudi giants, who have been active in recent transfer markets, appear determined to bolster their attacking line with the signing of the prolific forward.
Their interest, which many believed had cooled following Osimhen’s rejection, has instead intensified as they prepare a second approach.
However, Al Hilal are not alone in their pursuit. The race for Osimhen’s signature remains open and fiercely competitive. Turkish champions Galatasaray are also in contention, while several unnamed Premier League clubs have expressed serious interest in securing the services of the Napoli star.
Juventus have now re-entered the frame as well, having previously shown interest and reportedly reigniting discussions in recent days.
Osimhen’s future at Napoli has grown increasingly uncertain. Though under contract and highly valued by the Serie A club, the forward has drawn sustained attention from Europe and beyond thanks to his consistent goal-scoring form and physical presence on the pitch.
Napoli, aware of the player’s rising stock, are expected to command a significant transfer fee should they choose to part ways with him this summer.
For Al Hilal, landing a marquee name like Osimhen would represent another major statement in their ongoing efforts to attract top talent to the Saudi Pro League.
The club, who have already invested heavily in recent windows, see the Nigerian as a long-term solution to lead their frontline and compete at both domestic and continental levels.
Yet the decision ultimately rests with Osimhen. The 25-year-old striker, known for his ambition and competitive spirit, has so far been cautious about moving outside of Europe’s top leagues.
His desire to continue competing at the highest level—particularly in the UEFA Champions League—may influence the trajectory of any negotiations.
As it stands, no deal has been agreed, and Osimhen has not publicly indicated a preferred destination. With the transfer window still in its early stages, multiple outcomes remain possible.
What is clear, however, is that the coming weeks will be pivotal in shaping the future of one of Africa’s most coveted footballers.
All eyes now turn to Napoli and Osimhen’s camp as interest mounts and offers intensify. Whether he chooses the financial appeal of Saudi Arabia, the prestige of the Premier League, or a continued career in Serie A, the striker’s next move is set to be one of the defining moments of the summer transfer market.
