#2 Victor Osimhen – Nigeria and Napoli
Ever since his transfer to Napoli from French team Lille in 2019, Victor Osimhen has been a revelation. His first season in Naples was threatened by injuries, but he is now demonstrating why the Italian powerhouse splashed the cash to acquire his services.
The Nigerian striker has been in sensational form this season, notching 12 goals in 14 Serie A outings while also providing three assists. His goals have propelled Napoli to the top of the Serie A standings, where they have a nine-point lead over champions AC Milan, and will be crucial if the side are to win their first Scudetto in 33 years.
Osimhen recently scored twice in a 5-1 demolition of Juventus to maintain Napoli's lead. He has also broken the record for most goals scored by a Nigerian in Serie A in his second season in Italy, overtaking Simmy Nwankwo's tally of 31 goals earlier this season.
Osimhen's aerial threat could also be a major problem for opposition defenders and the addition of the Nigerian striker could be crucial to Manchester United's future success.