Victor Osimhen’s anticipated departure from Napoli this summer is poised to be a seismic event in the transfer market, potentially eclipsing all other deals.
With a staggering €130 million buyout clause looming over his head, only the financial behemoths of the football world dare to vie for his signature.
“Todd Boehly’s Chelsea emerged as the frontrunners,” notes one source, underscoring the American tycoon’s pivotal role in the saga.
Boehly’s Chelsea, however, face a daunting hurdle: Victor Osimhen’s hefty wage demands, reportedly hovering around £200,000 per week, elude the club’s financial grasp.
“The decision to steer clear of breaking the British transfer record,” laments an insider, “may prove to be the Blues’ undoing in their pursuit of the prolific forward.”
Should Chelsea falter, Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain emerge as compelling alternatives for the Nigerian sensation. Both clubs offer allure and financial might that could sway Osimhen’s decision.
Back in January, Metro shed light on Osimhen’s desire to grace the Premier League stage, with Chelsea initially positioned as his favored destination, fueled by aspirations to emulate his idol, Didier Drogba.
Yet, if the Blues cannot muster the resources to accommodate Osimhen’s salary demands, the narrative tilts inexorably towards North London. A Gunners’ jersey beckons, tantalizingly close, should Chelsea stumble in their pursuit.