Napoli are reportedly interested in a shock move for Cristiano Ronaldo, with Arsenal eyeing the Serie A side’s star striker Victor Osimhen.
According to the Athletic, Napoli have expressed an interest in signing the legendary Manchester United attacker, with Ronaldo reportedly eager to leave Old Trafford this summer just one year after returning.
As per the report, Ronaldo wants to play for a UEFA Champions League club that will match the 37-year-old’s ambition, with United finishing sixth in the Premier League last season in what was the Manchester giant’s worst year in many a year.
Indeed, Chelsea and Bayern Munich are also reportedly interested in Ronaldo, yet it is Napoli’s case that could be of interest to Arsenal, who are believed to be interested in Osimhen.
According to reports, the Nigerian international is a target for Arsenal this summer, with Napoli valuing their star attacker at a reported £80m, a fee that would allow the Italian powerhouses to sign Ronaldo with ease.
With the likes of Tottenham and Newcastle United also reportedly interested in Osimhen, Napoli could push for the sale of the Arsenal target if the club are set on landing the incredible signing of Ronaldo.
Arsenal could bargain with Napoli if they’re determined to sign Ronaldo
Osimhen is one of the best strikers in Europe and a man who is high in demand, yet Napoli’s asking price for the forward has always been a sticking point for the Arsenal target, until this update on Ronaldo, that is.
Indeed, Arsenal could find themselves in a position where they could haggle with Napoli to lower Osimhen’s asking price, a move that could result in the Gunners signing one of the most exciting players in Europe.
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