Lille boss Christophe Galtier has explained that Victor Osimhen’s absence from the Mastiffs’ pre-season camp is due to compassionate leave.
The young forward is currently in Nigeria to spend time with his family following the passing of his father.
Osimhen could yet re-join the French outfit for their preparatory schedules before the end of June but it is yet unclear when that would be.
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With the French football season cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic, Lille are left with no option than to prepare for next term - as they would be campaigning in the Europa League.