Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen is reportedly set to make a move to Chelsea at the conclusion of the current season, as per CBS Sports. Osimhen, who is currently representing Nigeria at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), has expressed his desire to play for Chelsea.
While Osimhen's departure from Napoli during the January transfer window has been ruled out, there is widespread anticipation that he will leave the Italian club in the upcoming summer transfer window. Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has confirmed this, stating that he "knew" Osimhen would depart in the upcoming transfer window.
De Laurentiis mentioned Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain, and a Premier League club as potential destinations for the 25-year-old striker. According to Italian Sacha Tavolieri, the Premier League club in question is Chelsea, who are reportedly in search of a high-profile striker ahead of the next season.
Despite Osimhen's reported preference for Chelsea, any potential move will depend on negotiations between the London club and Napoli. Osimhen recently extended his contract with the Naples-based club, and it includes a release clause of over £100 million, implying that Chelsea would need to make a substantial financial offer for the potential swoop in the upcoming summer transfer window.