Victor Osimhen has become a terror for Serie A defenders, but Giorgio Chiellini believes he can stop the Super Eagles striker with the right tactics.
Osimhen was the top scorer in the Italian league last season, scoring a total of 26 goals.
Napoli have already scored seven goals this season, despite having had an injury-plagued season.
According to TriNews, Chiellini, who described Osimhen as one of his toughest opponents during his playing days, has given the Serie A defender some tips on how to stop the Super Eagles striker.
“How do you stop Osimhen?
We let him have the ball, but it wasn’t dangerous.
“Osimhen has established himself as one of the most fearsome shooters in Europe.
Since joining Napoli, the Nigeria international has scored a whopping 69 goals in Serie A in 2020.
Osimhen’s Napoli Against Barcelona Osimhen’s Napoli will face Barcelona in the round of 16 of the UEFA Champions League, with the draw held in Switzerland on Monday 18th December, Vanguard reports.
Napoli have scored just one goal in this competition this season.
The 24-year-old striker will face Xavi’s side after finishing second to Real Madrid in the group stage.
Napoli will be looking to end their long wait for the Champions League title.
Walter Mazzarri’s team will rely on Osimhen’s goals to lift home and European glory.
Pitso Mosimane praises Napoli’s Osimhen Sports Brief previously reported Pitso Mosimane has praised Victor Osimhen after his performance in Napoli’s 2-1 win over Cagliari.
The 24-year-old put in a fantastic performance in the final Serie A game, scoring a goal and providing a sensational assist.
Osimhen turned from scorer to goal scorer after giving his team the lead in the 69th minute with a header that sent the home fans into a frenzy.
