Chelsea is aiming to make a substantial move for Napoli’s Victor Osimhen in the upcoming January transfer window, with their sights set on securing a new prominent striker.
The Blues find themselves in dire need of a reliable number nine, with their summer acquisition Nicolas Jackson failing to assert himself as the leading figure in the team. As revealed by a report from Football Transfers, Chelsea, under the guidance of Todd Boehly, are prepared to go to great lengths financially to secure the services of Napoli’s highly regarded talent, Osimhen.
According to the report, Chelsea is so determined to secure Osimhen’s signature that they are willing to break their transfer record to bring him on board, surpassing the approximately £105 million they spent on Enzo Fernandez. This proposed move is expected to reverberate across Europe and the Premier League, signaling Chelsea’s serious intent.
The potential fee for Osimhen’s acquisition could reach staggering heights, as previous reports hinted that Arsenal were ready to go up to £120 million in their pursuit of the Napoli star. Napoli, known for their firm stance in retaining key players, are anticipated to demand a substantial sum for Osimhen, reinforcing the notion that his transfer could command an eye-watering fee.