Napoli’s prolific forward, Victor Osimhen, is set to conclude the year 2023 as the top earner among the Super Eagles, following the signing of a lucrative contract with Serie A champions Napoli on Christmas Eve.
The new deal not only solidifies Osimhen’s position as Napoli’s highest-paid player but also secures his rank as the second-highest earner in Serie A overall.
According to Transfermarkt, Osimhen currently holds the title of the most valuable African footballer globally.
The terms of his Napoli contract, stretching until 2026, are anticipated to yield over $40 million, encompassing both on-field performance incentives and off-field earnings.
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Other notable Super Eagles players contributing to the team’s top earners for 2023 include Fulham winger Alex Iwobi, AC Milan star Samuel Chukwueze, and the Leicester City duo of Kelechi Iheanacho and Wilfred Ndidi.