Napoli’s Osimhen Denounces Teammate’s Agent, Slams Predictions of Saudi Move as ‘Disgraceful’

Napoli’s Osimhen Denounces Teammate’s Agent, Slams Predictions of Saudi Move as ‘Disgraceful’

Osimhen’s Verbal Attack on Napoli Teammate’s Representative

Victor Osimhen, the forward for Napoli, criticized his teammate Khvicha Kvaratskhelia’s agent, Mamuka Jugeli, calling him derogatory names like a ‘piece of filth’ and a ‘dumb f***’.

This outburst came after Jugeli predicted Osimhen’s move from Napoli to Saudi Arabia in the upcoming summer transfer window.

Context: Contract Renewal and Previous Offers

Osimhen recently extended his contract with Napoli until 2026, reportedly doubling his salary to £8.6m per season.

Notably, he turned down a £115m offer from Saudi club Al-Hilal during the previous summer transfer window before finalizing his contract extension.

Osimhen’s Reaction and Retaliation on Social Media

Reacting to Jugeli’s remarks about his supposed transfer, Osimhen took to Instagram to express his strong disapproval.

He directly addressed Jugeli, labeling him as a ‘piece of filth’ and expressing embarrassment at Jugeli’s perspective while also using strong language to ask Jugeli to refrain from discussing him.

Osimhen’s Football Achievements and Status

Osimhen had a prolific season, scoring 31 goals across various competitions, significantly contributing to Napoli’s first title win in 33 years.

His exceptional performance elevated his status in global football, securing him accolades such as the African Footballer of the Year and an eighth-place ranking in the 2023 Ballon d’Or voting.

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