Napoli manager Rudi Garcia has labeled Victor Osimhen an important player for the club.

Osimhen played a key role in Napoli’s title success last season under Luciano Spalleti.

The Nigeria international contributed 26 goals in 32 league appearances as the Partenopei won the Serie A title for the first time in over three decades.

The forward has already scored three goals in two pre-season outings for Napoli.

The Parthenopeans are in talks with Osimhen over a new contract amid strong interest from the Saudi Arabia Professional League club, Al Hilal.

Garcia acknowledged Osimhen’s importance to the team and expected him to sign the new contract soon.

“I want Osimhen to be happy. The club and the player have made commendable efforts. He’s an essential driving force for us; we rely on his goal-scoring capabilities, “he told Tutto Napoli.

“Once the agreement is official, he’ll be able to focus solely on his on-field contributions, a prospect that I find preferable.”