ARSENAL target Victor Osimhen was banished from Napoli training and told to “go take a shower” by his fuming boss – before incredibly declaring his commitment to the club.
The striker was playing in an intersquad friendly match in front of fans at their camp in Castel di Sangro on Sunday.
Victor Osimhen was furious when he felt he was fouled in a Napoli pre-season friendly Credit: https://twitter.com/AlfredoPedulla
The striker refused to calm down despite playing against his own team-mates in front of fans Credit: https://twitter.com/AlfredoPedulla
Osimhen reacted angrily even after being told to leave the field Credit: https://twitter.com/AlfredoPedulla
He headed down the tunnel and that was the end of his session Credit: https://twitter.com/AlfredoPedulla But supporters hoping to watch the Nigerian star for the full 90 minutes were left disappointed when he was ordered back to the changing rooms early.
Osimhen, 23, felt he was fouled by new arrival Leo Ostigard in the match.
He refused to let it go and continued to complain angrily.
Andre Zambo Anguissa attempted to calm him down but Napoli head coach Luciano Spalletti had seen enough.
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Paqueta interest CONFIRMED by Edu, Arthur loan, Tielemans still a target He told the ex-Lille ace: “You are talking too much, go and have a shower.”
However, even as he trudged off, Osimhen continued his protests, taking off his bib whilst gesticulating and shouting furiously.
But the pair made peace after the bust-up publicly on Monday morning when they returned for another day of training.
There were smiles from both – as well as Anguissa – as they chatted at the end of training before signing autographs for fans.
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Osimhen has been linked with a transfer exit away from Napoli for many months.
The club’s record signing, who cost an initial £60million, is a long-term target for Arsenal.
The Gunners reportedly had a £51m bid rejected then landed Gabriel Jesus to replace Alexandre Lacazette up front.
However, rivals Tottenham, Manchester United and now Newcastle and Bayern Munich are also thought to be interested.
But Osimhen told Corriere dello Sport those are “just rumours” and he wants to stay.
He said: “I’m in Napoli. And I have great respect for my club.
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“They are just rumours of the market. I’m fine here and I’ve never had such close relationships with everyone as at this moment.
“I spoke to the president, he is the one who decides, and he reassured me by explaining the club’s plans.
“I am happy with what he told me and the purchases are of quality – words were followed by deeds. I am very happy to play with Napoli and we will see in the future.”
And Osimhen even heaped praise on Spalletti despite the public bust-up.
He added: “He is a top coach. Every day he tries to motivate me and make me make the most of the potential I have.
“I think he is the ideal coach for me at this stage, he is one of the reasons why I always give my best. I am happy when he is satisfied with my performance.”
Osimhen pledged his commitment to Napoli despite the bust-up Credit: The Mega Agency Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
