Transfer record for best Nigerian player?

Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen, is reportedly being eyed by Tottenham Hotspur as a possible alternative to Brentford’s Ivan Toney. According to Calciomercato.it, several top European clubs are said to have their sights set on Osimhen, and January could witness a “decisive assault” on the Nigerian forward.

The article notes that Tottenham is one of the clubs interested in the Napoli star, making sense of the “Premier League sirens” that are enticing Osimhen. The reigning Serie A champions, however, are said to be demanding a staggering €120m (£105m) for their prized asset, a figure that is allegedly within reach for Spurs.

While the 22-year-old forward has not ruled out a move to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, it is claimed that Chelsea could also be in the mix for his signature, as the West London club is also seeking a new center-forward.

It is worth noting that signing Osimhen would require a significant financial investment from Tottenham, almost doubling their previous transfer record. Therefore, it is considered unlikely that the North London club would meet Napoli’s asking price. Spurs typically operate within the £40m-£60m price range, which is why other more feasible targets

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