Controversy has erupted in Italy after Benevento coach, Floro Flores, launched a scathing attack on Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, questioning his attitude, achievements, and loyalty to Napoli.
Speaking during an interview with Radio Kiss Kiss Napoli, the former Napoli player didn’t hold back, branding Osimhen a “mediocre footballer” who has not achieved anything special in his career.
“He should go to Saudi Arabia and stop all the noise,” Flores said. “I’m tired of hearing about a player who only had one good year. We’re talking about a character I’m honestly sick of discussing.” …CONTINUE READING
The coach expressed disappointment over Osimhen’s recent behaviour, including his decision to remove Napoli-related content from his Instagram profile—a move seen by many as a sign of discontent and disrespect towards the club.
“He’s a troublemaker,” Flores continued. “Napoli made him who he is today. Before then, not even his mother knew him. And now he turns his back on the club that gave him everything.”
Flores further criticised Osimhen’s overall impact, claiming he does not deserve to be mentioned among elite players. “I don’t think Osimhen has won anything special. He’s not a champion. He’s not on the level of players like Kevin De Bruyne. History doesn’t lie.”
The Italian tactician concluded his comments by recalling a statement from former striker Fabio Quagliarella, saying, “Open the almanac. Look at how many seasons he has played between Serie A and Serie B. That tells you everything about what kind of player he really is.”
Osimhen, who helped Napoli win the Serie A title in the 2022/2023 season and has been a consistent performer for both club and country, is currently linked with a move away from the Italian club. While many still see him as one of Africa’s top talents, Floro Flores’ remarks have added fuel to ongoing debates surrounding the striker’s future and reputation in Italian football.
That’s how they rubbish black footballers. You can’t stop Lookman and Oseihmen from doing what they know best. We’ve known these ranters for their sterteotypic tendencies to blackmail. They use communication and football finance they control to reduce Men to granules. My advise for the 2 players from Nigeria, be steadfast in your professions don’t alow nincompoops destroy your carrear.