• Both Victor Osimhen and Romelu Lukaku are undoubtedly among the best strikers in modern football.
• Comparisons have often been made between the pair, especially after Napoli’s decision to replace Osimhen with the Belgian
• An Italian football pundit has highlighted a crucial reason why Lukaku is an upgrade for Osimhen at Napoli

It could be a game decided by numbers and statistics or not, as several individuals and football experts remain divided in their opinions on who is the better striker. Victor Osimhen and Romelu Lukaku.

This argument has gained particular attention of late following Napoli’s rather unpleasant treatment of Osimhen, which included his exclusion from the club’s first team and the choice to replace him with Lukaku.

That decision, which sparked a wave of backlash across the global football community, often left Lukaku with the burden of proving whether Naples made the right call in replacing Osimhen with him.

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Despite the statistics from PhotoMob currently favor Osimhen when comparing the performances of both players for their respective clubs, more Italian football pundits remain firm in their belief that Lukaku is a better fit for Napoli.

Among them is Monica Scozzafava, who recently explained why she sees the Belgian striker as an upgrade over Osimhen.

Italian journalist on why Lukaku is better than Osimhen

In an interview captured by Also NaplesThe Italian football expert shared her perspective on the Lukaku-Osimhen debate:

“Lukaku? He does a very important job for the team. This is Lukaku – striker Conte chose him. Yesterday he scored a golden goal, a very crucial goal.

I remind those who have doubts and who, understandably, make comparisons with Osimhen: no comparisons should be made. Lukaku should be judged for the leadership he brings.

Then touch the ball once and score. Napoli overcame a massive hurdle yesterday; it was not an easy match for the azzurri. The significance of this goal cannot be overstated. Conte has earned everyone’s trust throughout his career and he was right this time too.”

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We have to admit that both players have consistently delivered at critical times for their respective clubs. Recently a unique club record.

However, the debate over who is the better striker is likely to continue as long as both players remain under contract with Napoli, keeping this intriguing rivalry alive.

Galatasaray president talks about signing Osimhen

TUKO.co.ke in another report detailed that The president of Galatasaray spoke about the signing of Osimhen permanent.

Chairman Dursun Özbek highlighted the club’s strong interest in securing the Nigerian striker, but stressed that their spending cap would be an important factor to consider in the transfer window.

Source: Legit.ng