Reports in Italy claim that Napoli striker Victor Osimhen will not return until December 20 against Lazio, meaning he will be out against Inter.

The Nigerian striker picked up a shoulder injury while on international duty in October and has missed five games so far.

Today he worked in the gym and on the pitch, Napoli claimed in an official statement.

“He worked alone on the pitch and in the gym today,” the club have confirmed.

However, Radio Kiss Kiss Napoli, via Football Italia, reports the centre-forward will not be called up for the Europa League match against Real Sociedad on Thursday.

The broadcaster reveals he will be out for the following two matches in Serie A against Sampdoria and Inter too, the latter scheduled for Wednesday, December 16.

But the report reveals he could be back against Lazio on December 20.