Napoli has issued an official statement addressing the TikTok incident involving their star striker, Victor Osimhen.
Osimhen made headlines this week when Napoli shared a TikTok video making fun of his missed penalty in last weekend’s 0-0 draw against Bologna. In response, Osimhen removed all of Napoli’s images and videos from his social media profiles.
The player’s agent, Roberto Calenda, also threatened legal action against Napoli regarding the TikTok post.
Calcio Napoli, in an effort to prevent any further exploitation of the situation, wants to clarify that they never intended to insult or ridicule Victor Osimhen, who is highly valued by the club.
As evidence of this, during the summer training camp, the club rejected all offers for the striker’s transfer abroad.
It’s important to note that social media platforms, TikTok in particular, often use a form of expression that is light-hearted and creative. In the case of Osimhen, this was not meant to insult or mock him in any way.
Nevertheless, if Victor felt offended by the content, it was not the club’s intention, as stated in the provided statement.
In a recent match against Udinese, Osimhen scored a goal and provided an assist in Napoli’s 4-1 victory. So far this season, he has scored four goals in six league games for Napoli.