Osimhen will be highest-paid player in Napoli’s history with contract extension - Italian journalist reveals

Super Eagles forward, Victor Osimhen is nearing an extension of his contract at Napoli.

The extension according to Soccernet.ng will make him an important figure in the team as he will a record-breaking contract extension.

Negotiations between Osimhen’s agent, Roberto Calenda, and Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis have been ongoing for several weeks, with both parties eager to solidify a new agreement following his performance in the Gli Azzurri’s triumphant Scudetto victory last season, reports Soccernet.ng.

Negotiations are now over and all parties have come to a mutual understanding, paving the way for the 24-year-old striker to enter the upcoming season with full focus.

According to Italian journalist, Gianluca Di Marzio, only Osimhen’s signature stands between him and a new contract that would make him the highest-paid player in Napoli’s history.

The esteemed transfer market expert has also unveiled the details of Osimhen’s impending contract, shedding light on the remarkable financial terms.

Under the terms of the agreement, Osimhen is set to earn an impressive net salary exceeding €10 million per season.

However, this lucrative deal will extend Osimhen’s stay at the Diego Maradona Stadium until June 2026, which would make the Neapolitans enjoy his stay for three more years.

#Calciomercato | @sscnapoli, manca solo la firma per il rinnovo di #Osimhen. Sistemati tutti i dettagli nelle ultime ore: la nuova scadenza sarà il 2026 e il nigeriano percepirà più di 10 milioni netti

— Gianluca Di Marzio (@DiMarzio) August 13, 2023