Chelsea are interested in acquiring the services of Victor Osimhen, the striker from Napoli.
According to journalist Rudy Galetti, the Blues are willing to pay his €130 million release clause and are expected to make contact with the Italian club in the near future.
Chelsea are hopeful of negotiating a favorable payment plan with Napoli, although it is uncertain whether an agreement can be reached between the two parties.
The 25-year-old Nigerian international is a top priority target for the Blues, and securing his services would be highly beneficial. Osimhen has proven himself to be an exceptional striker, capable of transforming Chelsea’s attacking prowess. He could potentially surpass the abilities of players like Nicolas Jackson and provide a solution to Chelsea’s goal-scoring issues.
Last season, the striker netted an impressive 31 goals across various competitions, contributing to Napoli’s league title victory. If Chelsea aims to regain a spot in the Champions League and compete for major trophies once again, they require a player of his caliber.
?? #Chelsea are looking to expedite their pursuit of Victor #Osimhen, who is their primary target for bolstering their attacking options. This move is intended to pre-empt any competition from #PSG.
?? #CFC is willing to trigger the release clause (€130m) and will soon initiate negotiations with #Napoli regarding the payment structure. https://t.co/5Cn5YpEFOb pic.twitter.com/69DkJsZYVe
— Rudy Galetti (@RudyGaletti) February 16, 2024
For quite some time, Chelsea’s attacking prowess has been lacking, and it is crucial for Mauricio Pochettino to address the team’s goal-scoring deficiency. The Blues have heavily relied on Cole Palmer for goals throughout the season.
Meanwhile, Osimhen is searching for a move to a prestigious club capable of winning major trophies. It remains to be seen whether he is interested in joining Chelsea, considering their unlikely participation in the Champions League next season. The Blues may not be an appealing destination for the striker.
According to the Source caughtoffside.com