According to Osimhen, the social media post singled him out unfairly. “Napoli made fun of me on their own TikTok channel when I missed a penalty. They only did that with me,” he said. The striker expressed deep disappointment, noting that such actions from his own club felt like betrayal rather than support.
The 2022/2023 Serie A top scorer further alleged that he was subjected to racist chants during matches. He also claimed that some individuals went as far as coming to his home, escalating concerns for his safety and mental well-being. “I received racist chants and some fans even came to my house, so I decided to leave,” he stated.
Osimhen, who played a crucial role in helping Napoli win their first league title in over three decades during the 2022/2023 season, did not hold back in describing how the situation affected him emotionally. “Napoli treated me like a dog. I have worked too hard in life to get treated like that,” he added, highlighting the pain behind his decision.
His remarks have since sparked widespread debate across the football community, with fans divided over the circumstances surrounding his departure. Many supporters have expressed solidarity with the Nigerian international, praising his courage for speaking out against racism and disrespect in football.
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