Chelsea have been linked with a move for 25-year-old Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen for a while, with Real Madrid also keen.
According to a report from Defensa Central, Chelsea are considering a €75 million move for Victor Osimhen. The 25-year-old has been linked with Real Madrid as well, and it remains to be seen whether the Blues can win the race for his signature.
Osimhen was heavily linked with a move to the Premier League in the summer transfer window, but he ended up joining Galatasaray on loan. He is expected to join a bigger club in the near future and a move to Chelsea would be quite exciting for him. There is no doubt that he is a world-class player on his day, and he could transform Chelsea in the attack.
The player was linked with Arsenal as well. It will be interesting to see if Chelsea can strike an agreement with Napoli for his signature. The striker is unwanted at the Italian club, and it is fair to assume that they will sanction his departure if a substantial offer is presented. €75 million will certainly be an attractive proposal for the Italian club.
Chelsea could use Osimhen
Chelsea have been overly dependent on Cole Palmer for goals and creativity, and they need more support in the attack. The Nigerian international seems like the ideal fit. He has recently helped Napoli win the league title, and there is no doubt that he has the quality to succeed in the Premier League as well.
Meanwhile, Real Madrid have been linked with the player as well, and it remains to be seen whether they decide to come forward with an offer to sign him. The striker could be attracted to the idea of playing for Real Madrid. They are widely regarded as one of the biggest clubs in the world, and the opportunity to play for them can be tempting for most players.
Chelsea have had two successive disappointing seasons, and they will be desperate to bounce back strongly. They will want to challenge for major trophies once again and get back to the top of English football. They need top quality players in order for that to happen, and someone like Osimhen could make a huge difference.
