Ex-Napoli Striker Calaio Reveals Why Conte Chose Lukaku Over Osimhen
Former Napoli striker Emanuele Calaio has shed light on Antonio Conte’s decision to prefer Romelu Lukaku over Victor Osimhen. According to Calaio, Conte valued Lukaku’s leadership qualities.
Conte, appointed Napoli manager this summer, froze Osimhen out of his first team, leading to Osimhen’s season-long loan to Galatasaray despite interest from Chelsea and Saudi Arabia.
Calaio praised Osimhen’s strength but emphasized Lukaku’s leadership abilities, citing his encouraging behavior during his time at Monza. “Osimhen is stronger than Lukaku, but Conte evidently chose the Belgian because he is a locker room man, a leader,” Calaio stated.
This development sparks interest in the dynamics behind Conte’s team selections and the implications for Napoli’s upcoming season.
