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Atletico Madrid eye Super Eagles striker as Julian Alvarez’s replacement amid Arsenal links

Football • 2d ago
Atletico Madrid eye Super Eagles striker as Julian Alvarez’s replacement amid Arsenal links
Title: Victor Osimhen: The Nigerian Striker that Could Change the Game for Atletico Madrid When it comes to top strikers in the football world, Victor Osimhen, the Super Eagles' ace, is a name that sends shivers down the spines of many coaches and fans. And if recent reports are anything to go by, Spanish football giants Atletico Madrid are seriously considering the Nigerian sensation to beef up their attacking department. As the transfer window looms, Atletico Madrid find themselves in a precarious situation. They're likely to lose one of their star strikers, either Julian Alvarez or Alexander Sørloth, who have been linked with moves to other clubs. While Alvarez's potential departure to Arsenal has been making waves, the Spanish club is also eyeing opportunities to offload Sørloth due to interest from top European clubs. Either way, Atletico will be smiling all the way to the bank as they prepare to cash in on their prized assets. But here's the interesting part: Atletico Madrid are reportedly keen on bringing Osimhen on board, and by all accounts, they're willing to go the extra mile to make it happen. With their recent signing of Ademola Lookman, another Nigerian star, the club believes that adding Osimhen would give their attacking lineup a massive boost. However, getting the 25-year-old to Madrid won't be a cakewalk. Barcelona, another top Spanish club, is also in the running, and the Catalan giants are said to be more attractive to Osimhen, with their stronger squad and better chances of winning silverware. But what's the stumbling block? Galatasaray, the Turkish club that owns Osimhen's rights, is demanding a whopping €140 million to let him go. With Atletico having only parted with €75 million to acquire Osimhen last summer, meeting this new demand would require them to sell one of their top stars, or break their transfer record. It's a tough ask, but Atletico Madrid are undeterred. The summer will reveal whether they'll be able to pull off this coup, but one thing is certain: the Nigerian striker is the most talked-about transfer target in the world right now, and the stakes are high. Will Atletico Madrid be able to land Osimhen, or will Barcelona swoop in to seal the deal? The football world is watching with bated breath.
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