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Napoli boss Antonio Conte is not the most popular football coach after comments he made about Victor Osimhen following his failed transfer.
New Napoli manager Antonio Conte has stirred controversy with his recent comments regarding Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen's future at the club.
Following Osimhen's failed transfer saga, Conte made a definitive statement ruling out the possibility of reintegrating players into the squad.
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"NO player will be reintegrated," Conte declared. "Those who are out of the project will remain out of the project. We made our choices and work in one direction all together."
These comments have triggered a chain of reactions from football fans, many of whom have taken to social media to express their dismay and support for Osimhen.
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The striker, who played a crucial role in Napoli's recent successes, has been hailed by supporters as a club icon and one of the best players in Napoli's history.
Despite Conte’s stance, the supporters have highlighted Osimhen's significance to the team, with some stating nobody can erase his time from the club’s history.
"He's bigger than Napoli to be honest"
"Osimhen was the hero for Napoli not too long ago. Look at what he meant to Napoli fans"
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"OSIMHEN is the BEST PLAYER IN HISTORY OF NAPOLI. HISTORY can't be Erased"
Some supporters also noted Osimhen's recent achievements, including being the first Nigerian to make it to the top 10 of the Ballon d'Or.
The situation has left many questioning the decision-making process at Napoli and the potential impact on the team's performance.
One fan commented, "What happened between the two? Sometimes I fail to understand certain managers."
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This development comes after a summer transfer window that saw Napoli sign Romelu Lukaku and Scott McTominay, further complicating Osimhen's position at the club.
As the controversy unfolds, it remains to be seen how this situation will affect Napoli's season and Osimhen's future as professional football star.
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