Victor Osimhen reportedly prefers a Premier League switch over anywhere else, which could boost Chelsea’s chances of signing him.
Rudy Galetti insists Victor Osimhen would prefer a move to the Premier League over other leagues in Europe. The 25-year-old attacker will come in high demand during the summer and already has plenty of suitors, including Chelsea.
Chelsea handed a boost in Victor Osimhem’s pursuit
Victor Osimhen could become one of the biggest summer transfer deals should he follow through on his desire to leave Napoli. The Nigerian frontman signed a new deal with the club, which consists of a release clause worth a reported 130 million as multiple clubs, including Chelsea, line up a move.
The 25-year-old attacker emerged on Chelsea’s radar as part of the club’s search for a new top-draw centre-forward. Osimhen will undoubtedly have plenty of other clubs in the queue, too. However, reports are pointing towards a connection with the Blues as the Nogerian considers former striker Didier Drogba his idol.
Chelsea have held discussions for Osimhen, as per the latest report, as they could have started figuring out the terms to sign him in the summer. Rudy Galetti reported the 25-year-old attacker wants to switch to the Premier League over other destinations, which could boost Chelsea’s hopes of signing him.
Chelsea had thought about paying his release clause and getting an agreement in place with Osimhen at the earliest to avoid getting dragged into a transfer battle. On paper, Osimhen seems like a perfect player for the Blues, although there are plenty of challenges ahead for the Stamford Bridge outfit before they snap up the Napoli star.
Are Chelsea favourites for Osimhen?
Chelsea could have been considered as the favourites to sign Osimhen had they remained in the Champions League. The Blues are far from qualifying for the premier European competition, which could give rivals like Arsenal an advantage in the race for the Napoli star.
PSG are also keen on Osimhen, with the club considering him as a replacement for Kylian Mbappe. Galetti further suggested the Parisians might chase Rafael Leao instead of the Napoli man, which would make sense if the story about Osimhen preferring a Premier League switch is accurate.
