VICTOR Osimhen appears set to turn down offers from Chelsea and Arsenal as he prioritizes a ‘dream’ transfer to Paris Saint-Germain (PSG).
The 25-year-old forward is widely expected to depart Napoli this summer, with speculation linking him to the Premier League.
Osimhen, who netted 17 goals in 32 appearances last season, is approaching the final two years of his contract with Napoli.
Although his current deal includes a release clause valued at £100 million, it is doubtful whether either Chelsea or Arsenal will meet this price before the transfer window closes.
According to reports from Sky Sports Germany, PSG’s pursuit of Osimhen hinges on the sale of one of their marquee attackers.
Portugal’s Goncalo Ramos and France’s Randal Kolo Muani are considered the most likely candidates to be offloaded, as they have struggled to secure a regular starting position.
Additionally, it is reported that Osimhen is keen on joining PSG and is willing to wait until the transfer window’s final days to complete the move, provided the French club can clear space in their squad by selling one of their forwards.
Chelsea, on the other hand, is looking to part ways with Romelu Lukaku and has explored the possibility of a player-plus-cash deal involving Osimhen over the summer.
Lukaku, who spent last season on loan at Roma and previously worked with Antonio Conte at Inter Milan, scored 21 goals in 47 appearances during the 2023/24 season.
Meanwhile, Arsenal has also been linked with a potential move for Osimhen as manager Mikel Arteta considers bolstering his attacking options.
However, the Gunners’ plans could be reassessed following Kai Havertz’s impressive performance in their recent 2-0 victory over Wolves, where he scored one goal and assisted another.
In the midst of this speculation, former Chelsea midfielder John Obi-Mikel has shared his thoughts on where Osimhen might end up this summer.
Speaking to beIN SPORT, Obi Mikel suggested that there is mutual interest between the player and the club, stating, “He wants to come to the club.”
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