“He’s better than Isak” – Chelsea still want ‘one of the best CFs in the world’
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Chelsea’s Transfer Strategy: Balancing Big Moves and Future Prospects
Chelsea’s Active Transfer Window Under Todd Boehly
When the transfer window opens, Chelsea doesn’t waste any time. Since Todd Boehly took charge, this has been the norm. However, this summer, instead of splurging on high-profile names, the Blues have taken a more calculated approach. They’ve been securing deals for promising talents, planning for the future. Yet, there’s still room for a significant investment if they manage to offload players like Conor Gallagher and Romelu Lukaku in the upcoming weeks.
Potential Targets: Nico Williams and Karim Adeyemi
Nico Williams continues to be linked with Chelsea, as does Borussia Dortmund’s rising star Karim Adeyemi. However, Chelsea’s search for a new striker remains ongoing, as Boehly looks to strengthen Enzo Maresca’s attacking options.
Chelsea’s Striker Search
Last summer, Chelsea signed Nicolas Jackson from Villarreal for £30 million. Although it took some time for the Senegalese forward to find his rhythm, he ended up having a solid debut season in England, netting 17 goals across all competitions. So, is another striker necessary? It depends on who they can get.
Newcastle’s Alexander Isak was a recent target, but Newcastle is unwilling to sell, especially now that the PSR deadline has passed, and they no longer need to offload players.
Other Striking Options: Samuel Omorodion and Victor Osimhen
Chelsea recently made a bid for Atletico Madrid’s young striker Samuel Omorodion. Additionally, there’s interest in Victor Osimhen. According to Football.London, Chelsea could still pursue a deal for the Nigerian striker before the transfer window closes. However, a swap deal involving Lukaku didn’t materialize, and Napoli might demand over £100 million for Osimhen.
Comparing Osimhen and Isak
So, who is the better option between Osimhen and Isak? Both have their merits. Isak has already proven himself in the Premier League, scoring 25 goals in 40 matches last season. However, like Osimhen, he has had some fitness issues.
Osimhen, despite missing more games due to injury, has been more prolific. When comparing their overall game, Isak has more goals per 90 minutes, more shot-creating actions, and is better at progressing the ball. On the other hand, Osimhen is physically stronger, excels in aerial duels, and contributes defensively by winning more tackles.
Key Factors for Maresca and Chelsea
When considering which striker to pursue, Chelsea should look at the ability to perform on big stages. At 25, Osimhen has been scoring consistently for years, leading Napoli to a historic Serie A title. He also has nine goals in 17 Champions League matches, compared to Isak’s one goal in Europe’s top competition.
Joao Cancelo once called Osimhen “one of the best strikers in the world,” and his performance on major stages supports that claim. While Isak remains a fantastic option, Osimhen’s power and scoring ability could be exactly what Chelsea needs to usher in a new era under Maresca and achieve Boehly’s lofty ambitions.
