Fans Support Osimhen Amid Mercedes-Benz Legal Dispute

Victor Osimhen, a 27-year-old Nigerian international and striker for Napoli, is reportedly facing legal action from Mercedes-Benz Financial Services Italia S.p.A. The complaint, filed in Milan, alleges that Osimhen defaulted on payments for a Mercedes GLE hybrid SUV acquired under a lease agreement in 2023.

The arrears are estimated at €90,000, and the company claims that Osimhen has not returned the vehicle at the end of the contract. Following the news, social media reactions have been largely supportive of Osimhen, with many fans expressing disbelief at the allegations.

Users have suggested that the situation may stem from a misunderstanding that could be resolved privately rather than publicly. Some fans have called for restraint and verification of the claims before drawing conclusions, while others have outright dismissed the allegations as difficult to believe.

Osimhen has not publicly responded to the allegations, which come amid reports of a potential €75 million deal with Galatasaray in 2025.