‘Find Yourself a Nigerian Striker’ — Arsenal Urged to Copy Napoli and Leverkusen to End 20-Year Title Drought

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‘Find Yourself a Nigerian Striker’ — Arsenal Urged to Copy Napoli and Leverkusen to End 20-Year Title Drought

Ayoola Kelechi 16:53 - 15.04.2024

After the success stories of Napoli and Bayer Leverkusen with Victor Osimhen and Victor Boniface, fans have urged Arsenal to sign a Nigerian striker to help them win the Premier League

Amidst the recent success stories of Nigerian strikers in top European leagues, Arsenal finds itself at the centre of a fervent fan demand: to sign a Nigerian striker.

Following the triumphs of Victor Osimhen at Napoli and Victor Boniface at Bayer Leverkusen, Arsenal supporters are calling for a similar acquisition to help end the club's two-decade-long wait for a Premier League title.

Napoli and Bayer Leverkusen benefit from Nigerian influence

Victor Osimhen played a pivotal role in Napoli's historic Serie A triumph, contributing 26 league goals in 32 matches. His sensational performances helped secure Napoli's first Scudetto title in 33 years, cementing his status as one of the most prolific strikers in Italian football.

Victor Osimhen and Victor Boniface have both helped their clubs win domestic league titles. (Photo Credit: Imago)
Victor Osimhen and Victor Boniface have both helped their clubs win domestic league titles. (Photo Credit: Imago)

Meanwhile, Victor Boniface made waves in the Bundesliga by guiding Bayer Leverkusen to their maiden league title in their 120-year history. Boniface's crucial goal in the title-clinching 5-0 victory over Werder Bremen epitomised his impact on Leverkusen's triumphant campaign.

A Call for Arsenal to Act

Inspired by the successes of Osimhen and Boniface, Arsenal fans are clamoring for their club to follow suit and secure the services of a Nigerian striker. With the Gunners enduring a 20-year wait for Premier League glory, supporters see the acquisition of a Nigerian talent as a potential catalyst for ending their title drought.

The appeal for a Nigerian striker extends beyond their on-pitch prowess. Arsenal fans believe that the arrival of a Nigerian player could bring the luck and fortune that has eluded the club in recent years. Drawing on superstition and the perceived charm of Nigerian footballers, supporters view this as a strategic move to bolster the team's chances of success.

What next for Arsenal?

As Arsenal navigates the complexities of the transfer market, the call for a Nigerian striker resonates loudly among fans. Whether the club heeds this call remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the fervent desire for success burns bright within the Arsenal faithful, fueled by the hope of emulating the triumphs of Napoli and Leverkusen through the acquisition of Nigerian talent.

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