Juventus Scouting Director Giorgio Chiellini has dismissed reports linking the club with Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen.

Chiellini stated that the Serie A giants are not pursuing a deal for the Napoli forward.

Osimhen, who recently concluded a loan spell with Galatasaray, has been the subject of intense speculation this summer, with various reports suggesting Juventus were among several European clubs monitoring his situation.

However, Chiellini refuted those claims while speaking to Turkish outlet Habersarikirmizi, saying: “Victor Osimhen transfer? We’ve nothing to do with Osimhen.

“You’ve to fill the pages and report the news. We read a lot of things that make us laugh. You keep talking, we keep working.”

The 26-year-old striker is expected to make a decision on his next move in the coming days, but Juventus have made it clear he is not part of their plans.

The Bianconeri already boast attacking options in Dušan Vlahović and Randal Kolo Muani, and are reportedly finalizing a deal for Canadian striker Jonathan David from Lille.

Chiellini’s comments officially rule out Osimhen’s switch to Turin, narrowing the options for the Nigerian international as he considers his next club.