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Osimhen TikTok storm: Napoli social media executive leaves club
Carlo Garganese
- 1 Oct 2023 13:39 BST
- 3 min read
Napoli’s social media executive has officially left the club in the wake of the Victor Osimhen TikTok scandal.
Alessio Fortino announced that he and Napoli have parted company after two and a half years working together.
It is not yet clear whether Fortino was sacked, resigned or left by mutual consent, but it can be assumed that his departure is in direct reference to the storm involving Osimhen.
The storm erupted after Osimhen missed a penalty that would have given Napoli a 1-0 win over Bologna last weekend.
READ MORE: Osimhen TikTok crisis: Napoli REFUSE to apologise for videos
Inexplicably he was mocked for the miss on Napoli’s own official TikTok account. The video was later deleted but infuriated Osimhen. There was also an earlier TikTok video comparing Osimhen to a coconut that was not well received by the Nigerian.
Napoli refused to apologise for the videos, simply stating that there was no malice intended.
The player’s future is now in doubt as contract renewal talks to extend his deal that expires in 2025 were already making little progress.
The social media executive that oversees Napoli’s TikTok output has now left Napoli.
What did Fortino say?
“Today, after 805 days, my professional adventure with SSC Napoli comes to an end,” Fortino wrote.
“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.”
Fortino did not produce the two TikTok videos but it appears as if he has paid the ultimate price for them being published.
