“What Nigerians Are Saying About Victor Osimhen Makes Me Sad” – Odion Ighalo

Former Super Eagles striker, Odion Ighalo has criticized Nigerians on social media for their negative comments about Napoli star, Victor Osimhen.

Victor Osimhen, 25, was involved in a complicated transfer situation that saw potential moves from Napoli to both Al-Hilal in Saudi Arabia and Chelsea in England fall apart.

Although he was expected to leave Napoli this summer, no deal was finalized before the transfer window closed.

As a result, Osimhen was removed from Napoli’s Serie A squad list for the 2024-25 season and his number 9 shirt was given to new signing, Romelu Lukaku.

Reacting to the situation, Odion Ighalo condemned the harsh criticism aimed at Osimhen by Nigerians.

The footballer revealed that when he spoke to Osimhen, he could sense the pain in his voice.

He wrote: “No human being is perfect and we have all made mistakes in life, but seeing comments about this young man from his own country makes me really sad, without even knowing what happened.

“I spoke to him and I can feel the pain in his voice, the way he’s been treated, this young man plays with heart and pain for his country, Hmmm it’s well, he will definitely be back stronger, we learn every day in life.”

Meanwhile, Napoli’s sporting director, Giovanni Manna has blamed Victor Osimhen for the ongoing tensions between him and the club.