Udinese technical director, Gökhan İnler, has shed light on the eccentric personality of Napoli President Aurelio De Laurentiis amid Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen's imminent transfer to Galatasaray.
Osimhen, 26, is currently finalizing his move to the Turkish giants following his previous loan spell at the club last season. The transfer is expected to be one of the most significant deals in Turkish football history.
Speaking with HT Spor as reported by habersarikirmizi, İnler revealed insights about De Laurentiis' unconventional approach to player transfers, drawing parallels between Osimhen's situation and his own experience joining Napoli from Udinese.
"I know Victor Osimhen well, he always wanted Galatasaray," İnler stated. "When the signing happened, we should congratulate Galatasaray. It's a really big transfer. I hope it happens soon."
The technical director highlighted De Laurentiis' notorious reputation for being a tough negotiator: "Aurelio De Laurentiis, as I know him, never gives up until the last minute. My transfer was difficult too, going from Udinese to Napoli."
In a surprising revelation about the Napoli president's unusual demands, İnler added, "He made me wear a lion mask at the signing ceremony, even though I did not want it. The president insisted on it."
Reports suggest that Osimhen's transfer to Galatasaray is expected to be officially announced this week, with the Nigerian international reportedly turning down offers from other European clubs to secure what is being described as the biggest transfer in Turkish football history.
The move comes after extensive negotiations between Napoli and Galatasaray, with Osimhen reportedly set for medical examinations as the final details of the agreement are being finalized.
For Nigerian football fans, this transfer represents another significant step in Osimhen's career, as he continues to make his mark in European football following his impressive performances for both club and country.
Stay updated with the latest developments on Osimhen's transfer and other Nigerian sports news by following BenriNews on our social media platforms: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, WhatsApp, and Telegram.
