Napoli’s forward, Victor Osimhen, is open to finalizing a deal this winter that would see him transfer to Chelsea in the upcoming summer.
Throughout the current season, Chelsea has actively sought a top-notch center-forward, with Osimhen being their primary target.
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Although they have also expressed interest in Ivan Toney, concerns about his age and a substantial asking price have hindered a potential move to Stamford Bridge.
However, there is now exciting news for Blues fans, as sources have confirmed Osimhen’s willingness to consider an approach from the London club.
He is amenable to reaching a pre-agreement this month, paving the way for his official move in the summer.
It’s important to note that Osimhen will not make an immediate move this month; the pre-agreement is the sole mechanism for a deal to be finalized during this transfer window.
The Nigerian international recently inked a new contract with Napoli, ensuring the club a substantial fee, including a release clause of approximately £112 million – a figure Napoli insists upon if they are to greenlight a deal this month.
Several sources in Italy anticipate developments in the coming weeks and strongly believe this is Osimhen’s final season donning the iconic light blue jersey of the Serie A champions.
Former Chelsea stars have actively engaged with Osimhen to promote the club’s vision, with figures like Didier Drogba and John Obi-Mikel participating in discussions with the striker.
There is mounting pressure on Chelsea to expedite their move, considering the likelihood of heightened competition for Osimhen’s signature in the summer, as more clubs enter the fray.
Drawing parallels with Mauricio Pochettino’s side, who encountered a similar scenario when signing Enzo Fernandez from Benfica last summer, Chelsea aims to secure Osimhen’s services.
Should the transfer materialize, Osimhen is poised to become one of the club’s highest-paid players in the summer.
Chelsea’s manager, Pochettino, has advocated for injecting more seasoned experience into the youthful squad, acknowledging that such additions come with a financial cost.
Osimhen has demonstrated commendable form for Napoli this season, netting seven goals in 13 league appearances. Additionally, he has contributed two assists, maintaining his status as a fan favorite at Napoli.
