NAPOLI coach, Luciano Spalletti, has revealed where Nigeria forward Victor Osimhen can improve despite his two goals in a 2-1 Serie A win against Verona on Sunday.
The 23-year-old, who was one of the shortlisted players to represent the Super Eagles at the World Cup Qualifier against Ghana was on target yesterday finding the net twice.
Spalletti during an interview with DAZN revealed that the striker needed to work on some things which included his timing and movement among others.
“Osimhen still doesn’t realise the distance from his marker, sometimes he runs towards the ball and has the time and space to control, pick his spot. He doesn’t need to rush,” Spalletti told "DAZN" as quoted by Football Italia.
“He can start a run from midfield; take on four or five defenders by himself with that pace, so he has such potential."
“Osimhen is a top player with everything on his side. He’s young, he’s a good lad, he can be a bit too enthusiastic and gives his all. When we are talking about timing, movement, the dummy on a defender to change direction, these are the areas where he needs to improve.”he added.
Osimhen who stands at 1.85m has scored four headers in his last five goals. His aerial threat would be an added advantage to the Super Eagles of Nigeria when they face Ghana.
