Napoli announce new signing as Victor Osimhen watch continues

Napoli announce new signing as Victor Osimhen watch continues

Ifeanyi Ufomadu 20:41 - 30.08.2024

Napoli have announced their latest signing as the countdown to Victor Osimhen's exit continues.

Napoli have confirmed the signing of Scott McTominay from Manchester United for a reported fee of around £25 million.

The midfielder leaves Old Trafford after 22 years, having joined the club's academy as a five-year-old in 2002.

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McTominay joins Napoli

McTominay made 255 appearances for United's first team, winning the FA Cup and League Cup on two occasions.

According to The Athletic, Manchester United will also receive a percentage of any future transfer fees for McTominay, who leaves with a year remaining on his contract.

Meanwhile, Victor Osimhen's proposed move to Chelsea remains uncertain after the player rejected the club's latest contract offer.

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Negotiations are expected to continue as both parties aim to finalize the transfer before the 11 pm deadline

Osimhen has been holding out for a move to Chelsea, forcing Al Ahli to back out of a deal for the 25 year-old.

Al Ahli had always had a contingency plan in case Osimhen did not fancy a move to Saudi Arabia this summer, and quickly pressed on with the signing of Ivan Toney from Brentford.