Victor Osimhen, the highly sought-after Nigerian striker, has become the focus of a intense transfer battle. Just a day after Paris Saint-Germain made an initial offer of €90m plus €40m, Chelsea has entered the fray with a bid of €90m plus Romelu Lukaku.
Osimhen, who recently signed a new contract with Napoli, has a release clause of around €130m. However, this has not deterred top European clubs from making offers for the coveted striker. PSG sees Osimhen as the perfect replacement for Kylian Mbappé, who is reportedly joining Real Madrid.
Chelsea, Manchester United, and Liverpool are also in the running for Osimhen’s signature. According to transfer expert Gianluca Di Marzio, Chelsea has approached Napoli to discuss a potential deal, with the option of including Lukaku to lower the cost.
Lukaku, who has expressed his desire to stay in Italy, was previously targeted by Juventus’ new sporting director Giovanni Manna, who is now at Napoli. This development adds an intriguing twist to the transfer saga.
Osimhen’s impressive form for Napoli, including 17 goal involvements in 22 appearances this season, has made him a prime target for top clubs. His recruitment would be a significant boost for Chelsea, who have relied heavily on Cole Palmer due to Nicolas Jackson’s inconsistency.
The transfer battle for Osimhen is heating up, with multiple clubs vying for his signature. The outcome will be closely watched by football fans worldwide.