By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS
Napoli have reportedly reignited interest in Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta as they search for a replacement for Victor Osimhen.
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The former Serie A champions are ready to sell the Nigerian star this summer.
Osimhen has a release clause of around €120m- €130m in his contract, PROMPT NEWS reports.
As reported by , L’equippe, Napoli have identified Mateta as an interesting candidate to replace Osimhen in the summer.
The 26-year-old Frenchman, who was targeted by the Partenopei back in 2020 before they picked up Osimhen, has impressed for Crystal Palace this term, scoring 13 goals and providing four assists in 34 league matches.
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