Only Kylian Mbappe can replace Victor Osimhen at Napoli, says ex-Everton scout

Former Everton scout Carlo Jacomuzzi insists there’s no ideal replacement for the Napoli forward amidst increasing rumours making the rounds about want-away Victor Osimhen possible big money move to England,

Jacomuzzi believes that the only player capable of stepping into the Nigerian’s shoes is none other than Paris Saint Germain superstar Kylian Mbappe.

Osimhen is being linked with a departure from Napoli next summer with the likes of Manchester United and Chelsea credited with an interest in the 2015 FIFA U17 World Cup Golden Boot winner.

“Possible replacement for Osimhen? Difficult to replace him, especially after the increase in the value of some players involved in the World Cup,” Jacomuzzi said on 1 Station Radio.

“He has power, physical strength and a great range of play, impossible to find similar characteristics in other players.

“The only one would be Mbappe. If Napoli were to proceed down this path, it would be appropriate to retain Victor.”

The 23-year-old has been in great form for Napoli this season, scoring nine goals in eleven matches, putting him ahead of Bologna’s Marko Arnautovic (8), Inter Milan’s Lautaro Martínez (7), Atalanta’s Ademola Lookman (7) and Spezia’s MBala Nzola (7)in the race for the Golden Boot in the Serie A.

Despite being linked away from the Napoli, Osimhen still got two-and-a half-years left on his contract with Italian giants, whom he joined from French outfit Lille as the most expensive player from Africa.