Osimhen Tiktok controversy: Napoli social media chief resigns
Following the controversy emanating from a tiktok videos mocking Victor Osimhen on Napoli Official handle, the social media chief of the club, Alessio Fortino have stepped down from his position.
The first of the two videos posted on Napoli’s official TikTok handle had mocked Osimhen’s penalty miss against Bologna, while the second compared him to a coconut.
The development had left a crack on the wall of the relationship between the Nigerian International Striker and Serie A champions.
While Napoli has released a statement to this effect and the Striker’s agent had threatened a legal action, Fortino, who had been with Napoli for two-and-a-half years has now left his position.
Fortino, who released a personal statement, of his departure from Napoli, did not however make any reference to Osimhen or the posts on TikTok.
It instead read: “Today, after 805 days, my professional adventure with SSC Napoli comes to an end. For many, this job would be a dream, for me, it was a daily reality. A reality built on commitment and fueled by the continuous desire to learn.
“I cannot help but express my profound gratitude to all my colleagues, collaborators, partners and the fans I met during this long journey for making this experience so special. I leave the company with a wealth of extraordinary memories and the enthusiasm for the new adventures that await me. Thanks again for everything and see you soon! Alessio
