£110 million “monster” has an offer to join Chelsea over Paris-Saint Germain
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Chelsea’s Pursuit of Top Talent: Key Transfer Targets for the Summer
Victor Osimhen’s Offer from Chelsea
Chelsea has tabled a £110 million offer for star forward Victor Osimhen to join new head coach Enzo Maresca, over a move to Ligue 1 champions Paris-Saint Germain this summer.
Boehly’s Search for New Forwards
Chairman Todd Boehly’s Strategy
Todd Boehly, along with co-sporting directors Laurence Stewart and Paul Winstanley, is actively seeking new attacking talent for Maresca’s debut full season at the helm. One of the primary goals is to bring in a new winger to challenge Raheem Sterling, Noni Madueke, and Mykhailo Mudryk. There are even whispers that Sterling might be replaced, with Borussia Dortmund’s Karim Adeyemi being a prominent candidate.
Potential Long-Term Contracts
Adeyemi could potentially receive a long-term contract offer from Chelsea. Meanwhile, Michael Olise was previously linked to Chelsea but opted to join Vincent Kompany at Bayern Munich instead.
Alternative Targets
Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams is another player catching Chelsea’s eye. The 21-year-old had an outstanding season with 19 assists and shined for Spain at Euro 2024, scoring against England in the final. Maresca is also on the lookout for a new striker to compete with Nicolas Jackson.
Strengthening the Forward Line
The Need for a New Striker
Despite Jackson and Cole Palmer scoring a combined 42 goals last season under Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea is keen on adding a new target man.
Top Target: Victor Osimhen
Victor Osimhen of Napoli is considered one of Chelsea’s top targets. The Nigerian forward has been a standout player in Serie A, scoring 31 goals in the 2022/23 season and leading Napoli to their first Scudetto in decades. His contract includes a £110 million release clause, which has deterred many clubs, but Chelsea remains a strong contender for his signature.
Competing Offers for Osimhen
Interest from Other Clubs
RMC Sport reports that Osimhen is attracting interest from Saudi Arabian clubs and European giants PSG. However, Chelsea has made a compelling offer and is seen as a leading candidate for the 25-year-old’s services. Osimhen reportedly views Chelsea as his best option for leaving Napoli before the transfer deadline on August 30.
Negotiation Possibilities
It’s still uncertain whether Chelsea will need to meet Osimhen’s full release clause or if Napoli’s president, Aurelio De Laurentiis, will consider negotiating a lower fee. Analyst Raj Chohan has described Osimhen as a “monster,” highlighting the forward’s exceptional abilities.
Stay tuned as the summer transfer window progresses, with Chelsea aiming to secure top talents to strengthen their squad for the upcoming season.
