This summer, Chelsea is “more than ready” to offer Victor Osimhen a sizable package deal.
With 28 goals across all competitions this season, the Nigerian forward has been among Europe’s most lethal players. Although he also had five assists, it is his goal-scoring that has the attention of the major clubs.
Manchester United actually withdrew from the race due to the associated costs, and Chelsea are one of the interested clubs but will need to spend an incredible amount of money to bring him to the Premier League.
What is the most recent Victor Osimhen transfer news?
Chelsea are “more than ready” to make a sizable offer to sign Osimhen, who they refer to as a “unstoppable center-forward,” according to Corriere dello Sport via Sport Witness.
According to the report, Todd Boehly is willing to make an offer that includes two players and is worth up to €150 million (£131 million). The Blues are willing to send Kepa Arrizabalaga and Christian Pulisic to Napoli in exchange for a cash offer, bringing the total value of the offer to £131 million.
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Of course, that assumes Napoli values the two players at the same level as Chelsea. If not, it might seriously interfere with negotiations.
More significantly, Aurelio De Laurentiis, president of Napoli, has informed European clubs that none of his champions are up for sale, at the risk of repeating himself.
What are the chances that Chelsea will sign Victor Osimhen?
The fact that Chelsea won’t play in the Champions League next season is a significant challenge for them this summer, especially since Osimhen reportedly prioritises playing in Europe. Money might be an issue, but the 24-year-old will be aware that the best investment he can make is in advancing his career after his performances this season.
That might entail declining any and all invitations to extend his stay at Napoli for another year while he waits for Chelsea or another team to make an offer.
If they can keep their best players, Napoli will aim for a better finish in the Champions League next season after being eliminated by their domestic rivals AC Milan.
