The Nigerian forward is the main target for the Blues’ attack.
The transfer market is heating up with intriguing rumors, and according to Sky Sport Italia, Chelsea is ready to make a bold offer for Napoli’s Victor Osimhen. The Blues reportedly plan to tempt Napoli with a deal that includes over 90 million euros, along with a young player as part of the transaction.
Osimhen, the Nigerian international, is set to leave at the end of the season, with a release clause estimated at 120 million euros.
So far, Paris Saint-Germain has been the main contender for Osimhen’s services, intending to use him as a replacement for Kylian Mbappé, who is expected to join Real Madrid. However, Arsenal has also shown interest in the Nigerian forward.
Chelsea to offer Lukaku to sign Osimhen
The revelation by Gianluca Di Marzio, a transfer expert from Sky Sport Italia, about Chelsea’s approach to Napoli adds an intriguing twist to the Osimhen saga. A key aspect of this offer is Chelsea’s attempt to cut costs by including Romelu Lukaku as part of the deal.
This move creates an interesting dynamic, especially considering that Napoli’s new sporting director, Giovanni Manna, had previously tried to sign Lukaku for Juventus last summer.
Lukaku, who spent the current season at Roma on loan from Inter, has expressed his desire to stay in Italy, which could complicate negotiations.
Chelsea’s interest in Osimhen and the possibility of including Lukaku in the deal underscore the intensity of the transfer market and the strategies at play. With the Nigerian striker’s fate still undecided, Chelsea is prepared to make bold moves to strengthen their squad for the upcoming season.
