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Victor Osimhen: Liverpool’s move for ex-Dortmund star further dents Nigerian striker’s EPL dream

Victor Osimhen vs Alexander Isak

Liverpool have earlier been linked with luring Super Eagles attacker, Victor Osimhen, to the English Premier League…

English Premier League champions Liverpool have stepped up their summer transfer activity by approaching Newcastle United for Alexander Isak, Soccernet.ng reports. 

According to The Athletic’s David Ornstein, the deal for the Swedish forward is worth around £120 million.

The six-time FA Cup champions, however, maintain a firm stance that the former Borussia Dortmund player, Isak, is not for sale.

The 25-year-old former Real Sociedad striker is considered central to the club’s long-term project after netting 27 goals last season.

Alexander Isak of Newcastle United in action during the Premier League match between Newcastle United FC and Fulham FC [Photo credit/Imago]

For Nigerian goal poacher Victor Osimhen, this could further complicate any lingering hopes of securing a move to the Premier League, as they have emerged as the most serious suitors from the English side.

Osimhen, long linked with several English clubs including Liverpool, Chelsea, and Arsenal, is reportedly open to leaving Napoli this summer.

Victor Osimhen 45 of Galatasaray celebrates after scoring the first goal for his team
Victor Osimhen 45 of Galatasaray celebrates after scoring the first goal of his team with teammates during the Turkish Super League match between Galatasaray and Kayserispor [Photo credit/IMAGO]

But with Liverpool prioritising Isak, the likelihood of a Merseyside switch for Osimhen now appears increasingly slim.

Napoli are still seeking around €75 million for Osimhen, a fee few clubs seem ready to meet outright, but most have pushed back owing to his salary demands.

Image of Victor Osimhen of Galatasaray kicking the ball during the Trendyol Super League match. Galatasaray and Trabzonspor
Victor Osimhen of Galatasaray kicks the ball during the Trendyol Super League match. Galatasaray and Trabzonspor [Photo Credit/ Imago]

Liverpool’s focus on Isak suggests Osimhen will have to stick with Galatasaray as he weighs his next move.

While Manchester United continue to monitor his situation, there’s growing uncertainty about whether the Premier League is still a realistic destination for the Super Eagles star in this window.