By Onilede Titi Faith
Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has been linked to a sensational summer move to Liverpool, with reports suggesting a potential swap deal involving Darwin Núñez and Federico Chiesa.
Talks are said to be underway between Liverpool and Napoli, with both clubs considering an exchange that would send Osimhen to Anfield and Núñez and Chiesa to Naples.
Though such multi-player swaps are rare, the deal is gaining traction due to the high-profile names and potential strategic benefits for both sides.
Osimhen, on loan at Galatasaray, has enjoyed a prolific season with 37 goals and 8 assists.
Despite interest from Saudi clubs, he is reportedly keen to stay in Europe.
Liverpool see him as a powerful and clinical addition to their attack alongside Mohamed Salah.
To seal the deal, Liverpool are prepared to part with Núñez, who has struggled to find consistency, and include Chiesa, the versatile Italian winger who could boost Napoli’s flank options.
Napoli, seeking to rebuild and diversify their squad, may welcome the exchange.
Osimhen’s release clause is set at €75 million, but both clubs are exploring player valuation offsets to avoid a full cash transaction.
No official confirmation has been made, but discussions are ongoing, and the deal could be one of the biggest of the transfer window.
