Nigerian and Napoli footballer, Victor Osimhen, has reportedly incurred a right ankle injury that forced him to exit the club’s training session on Tuesday, August 8, 2023.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

According to information from Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio, Osimhen had to leave Napoli’s training session following a collision with the team’s new recruit, Natan de Souza.

The incident resulted in a significant injury to Osimhen’s right ankle. The player was seen applying an ice pack to his injured ankle as he left the field, indicating evident discomfort….CONTINUE READING

Initial assessments indicate a sprained ankle, with hopes that the injury won’t sideline him for an extended period.

The team is optimistic that Osimhen will recover in time for their Serie A opening match against Frosinone scheduled for August 19.

Osimhen had recently recuperated from a muscle injury that had prevented his participation in Napoli’s preceding preseason match against Augsburg on Sunday. Furthermore, he had missed an exhibition game with Girona due to fitness concerns.

Despite being linked to potential high-profile transfers away from Napoli this summer, Osimhen is likely to extend his contract with the Italian club.

In the previous season, the 24-year-old striker netted 26 goals and provided five assists in 32 league games for Napoli, contributing significantly to their victory in securing their first Scudetto in 33 years.