Osimhen helped Napoli claim three points against Atalanta in Bergamo last night, providing the assist for Elizif Elmas’ winning goal.
Chelsea has named Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen as their main target in the winter transfer window, reports Soccernet.ng.
The 24-year-old scored 26 league goals for Napoli last season and was nominated for the Ballon d’Or and the top FIFA award.
Several top clubs were interested in the Scudetto winner, but Napoli were unwilling to part with their talisman and instead offered Osimhen a new contract.
However, with contract negotiations stalled and his current contract expiring in 2025, it would not be impossible for Napoli’s leadership to consider selling former Lille player Pule, so the Nigerian player is still available. It’s not written on paper.
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According to
Telegraph, Chelsea are interested in bringing Osimhen to Stamford Bridge as early as January, with their bid set to be ¥1. It is expected to be worth more than £6m.
Mauricio Pochettino’s side also want to use Kalidou Koulibaly as a liaison to lure Osimhen away from the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium. Because the two players have a great relationship.
As revealed by
CalcioNews24, Osimhen has also submitted a transfer request to the Napoli hierarchy. This means that his time at Gli Azzurri will soon end.
Chelsea’s current attacking options are Nicholas Jackson and Armando Broja, but this duo has failed to propel Chelsea into the top half of the English Premier League this season.
The club believes Osimhen will fit perfectly into the attack and become a central figure up front. Someone who has been missing since Didier Drogba left.
