Osimhen and Lookman will be decisive – Ex-Napoli forward ahead of Atalanta clash

Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman were both crucial for the Super Eages of Nigeria during their 2023 Africa Cup of Nations campaign

Former Napoli forward Gianluca Savoldi is anticipating an intense showdown between Napoli SSC and Atalanta BC in their upcoming Serie A clash at the Diego Maradona Stadium, as reported by Soccernet.ng.

With Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman likely to feature on opposite sides, both teams are eager to secure vital three points to bolster their chances of European qualification next season.

Osimhen, the former LOSC Lille forward, is set to return from a brief injury absence, having missed out on Nigeria’s recent international friendlies against Mali and Ghana.

Lookman, meanwhile, showcased his impact with a crucial winning goal for Nigeria against Ghana’s Black Stars.

Savoldi anticipates an impressive display from the Nigerian duo and highlights their influence beyond scoring goals or providing assists.

“A remarkable pair, they work wonderfully together as seen in the Nigerian national team. Their impact goes beyond statistics, influencing defensive strategies. Osi’s speed is unparalleled; who can stop him in open play? No one,” Savoldi remarked.

This season, Osimhen has netted 11 Serie A goals, while Lookman has contributed eight. Both players will be eager to add to their tally in what promises to be a fiercely contested encounter.

N.B: What are your expectations for these two players as they face off on Saturday? Share your thoughts below.

Ayomide Oguntimehin

Ayomide Oguntimehin is a CAF-accredited sports journalist and an Editor at Soccernet.ng, with a proven track record in conducting interviews with Super Eagles stars such as William Troost-Ekong, Taiwo Awoniyi, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Ademola Lookman, and many others. He has also made a significant impact in breaking transfer news stories. Grounded in video editing, video journalism, social media management, and content strategy, Ayomide brings a wealth of expertise to his work. With a Bachelor's degree in English Language from Adeyemi College of Education and a Master's Degree in School Library and Media Technology from the University of Ibadan, Ayomide is well-prepared to excel in the field.

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