Saudi Pro League giants Al-Hilal have submitted an official bid worth €70 million for Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. The offer includes a €65 million fixed fee plus €5 million in add-ons, with Napoli now deliberating on whether to accept the proposal.

Romano confirmed the development on Thursday, stating: "Al Hilal submit official bid to Napoli for Victor Osimhen as top target. Proposal worth €65m fixed fee plus €5m add-ons, decision up to Napoli now."

This move follows earlier reports that Al-Hilal had been in contact with Osimhen regarding personal terms and salary expectations. The Saudi club has prioritized signing the 26-year-old ahead of their participation in the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup.

New Manager Approval

The transfer pursuit has reportedly received the blessing of Al-Hilal's newly appointed manager, Simone Inzaghi, who has given his approval for the club to secure the Nigerian international's signature.

Osimhen spent the previous season on loan at Turkish side Galatasaray and is scheduled to return to Napoli. However, the striker is widely expected to make a permanent move away from the Italian club this summer transfer window.

The Nigerian forward has been the subject of transfer speculation for several months, with various European clubs also reportedly interested in his services. However, Al-Hilal appears to have made the first concrete move with this substantial offer.

Osimhen's potential move to Saudi Arabia would make him the latest high-profile player to join the rapidly expanding Saudi Pro League, which has attracted numerous international stars in recent transfer windows.

Football fans will now be watching closely as Napoli considers the offer for one of Nigeria's most prominent footballing talents, with a decision expected in the coming days.