Following the initial reports from the Italian media claiming Liverpool are interested in signing Victor Osimhen from Napoli, it seems there are people who don’t believe the Reds can afford that operation.
Journalist Salvatore Biazzo today spoke to Radio Kiss Kiss about that chase, and as quoted by Siamo Il Napoli, he claimed Jurgen Klopp’s side aren’t expected to have a chance in that pursuit.
“Liverpool on Osimhen? They are full of debt,” said Biazzo.
“We have to understand how Osimhen is psychologically after these family events. Now you also have to deal with the injury. De Laurentiis will want to keep a close eye on his little jewel because there are several problems around him.
“In the Premier League there is a fierce fight between different teams with Arsenal, City and Tottenham. Liverpool are a historic side and might want a striker like Osimhen, but I see the financial exposure of English clubs and Liverpool are placed high up in the league of those in debt.”
The claims ended up making big noise in Italy, as despite the striker’s injury which will leave him sidelined for a few weeks, the local media had a lot to say about the Reds potentially coming for his signing.
Osimhen’s contract with Napoli expires in 2025, so next summer will be crucial to understand whether he’s staying or leaving the club. Club president Aurelio De Laurentiis is expected to make huge requests for the sale, and we shall see whether Liverpool have the financial conditions for that or not.
There are multiple Premier League clubs with higher debts than Liverpool, although it’s true to say the debt base in English football is high.
