Napoli to file FIFA Complaint against Osimhen over training absence amid transfer saga

Napoli has confirmed its intention to lodge a formal complaint with FIFA regarding Victor Osimhen’s repeated absence from the club’s training camp. T

he Italian giants are growing increasingly frustrated with the Nigerian striker’s failure to maintain regular attendance, a situation that has escalated during the ongoing transfer negotiations involving his potential move to Galatasaray.

With the summer transfer window in full swing, Osimhen’s future has been a subject of intense speculation. After a standout season with Napoli, in which the striker played a pivotal role in their first Serie A title in over 30 years, clubs from across Europe and the Middle East have shown interest in securing his services.

However, Napoli’s patience is running thin as Osimhen’s actions, including missing key training sessions, have raised alarm bells within the club.

As negotiations with Turkish side Galatasaray continue, Napoli has reportedly set a deadline for the club to formalize the transfer. According to sources, Galatasaray must agree to Napoli’s terms and provide guarantees for Osimhen’s move by July 19.

The Italian club is eager to finalize the deal but has made it clear that if Galatasaray does not meet these demands, it will pivot towards other potential suitors.

Napoli’s plan to push Osimhen toward a move to Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal is reportedly on the table should the Galatasaray deal fail to materialize. This shift in focus highlights Napoli’s urgency in resolving the situation, as the club seeks to secure a suitable financial package for their star player.

The financial terms Napoli has outlined for Osimhen’s sale are precise. President Aurelio De Laurentiis is reportedly demanding an immediate payment of €50 million as part of the deal.

However, he has indicated a willingness to negotiate on the structure of the payment. De Laurentiis is open to accepting a lower initial sum, as long as the total value of the transfer remains the same, with the remaining €25 million paid within one year.

This flexibility has been extended in an effort to facilitate a swift conclusion to the transfer process, but only under the condition that the overall financial package is not reduced.

The situation is complicated by the tense relationship between Osimhen and the club. Sources close to the negotiations have indicated that Napoli’s frustration with the player’s absence from training could escalate into more severe actions if the issue remains unresolved.

Filing a formal complaint with FIFA is seen as a way for Napoli to address what they consider a violation of Osimhen’s contractual obligations, further adding complexity to the already delicate transfer negotiations.

Despite the looming threat of a move to Saudi Arabia, Osimhen’s future remains uncertain. Galatasaray is still considered the frontrunner, but the Turkish club must act quickly to meet Napoli’s demands if they are to secure the player’s signature. As for Al-Hilal, they continue to monitor the situation closely, ready to step in should Napoli choose to reroute the deal.

As the deadline for Galatasaray’s decision approaches, the pressure is mounting on both the player and the clubs involved. Napoli, having already made it clear that they expect a satisfactory financial outcome, is holding firm on its terms, making it apparent that they will not accept anything less than what they deem fair for their prized asset.

While the saga continues to unfold, one thing is clear: the next few days will be pivotal in determining where Osimhen will play next season, and whether Napoli can resolve the ongoing tension surrounding his future.