Transfer: Osimhen eyeing a different club, not Chelsea

Napoli’s star striker, Victor Osimhen, has made it clear where his heart lies this summer—Arsenal, not Chelsea.

Despite heavy links with Paris Saint-Germain, the Nigerian international has reportedly set his sights on a move to the Emirates, according to Corriere dello Sport via The Boot Room.

The Super Eagles striker since the summer transfer window opened, has seen himself in the frontlines of many speculations regarding his future after it was confirmed his days at Napoli were numbered. From reported negotiations with Paris Saint-Germain to the shocker of West London preparing a move to lure the Nigerian to Stamford Bridge, it has been revealed, Osimhen may have his own interests elsewhere.

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Osimhen, reached an agreement with Napoli to leave the club shortly before the 2023/24 season ended, currently bears on his shoulders an £86 million price tag—a significant drop from last summer’s £109 million valuation. As Mikel Arteta searches for a dominant number nine to bolster Arsenal’s attack, the Gunners could be poised to snatch the prolific forward.

With Gabriel Jesus falling out of favor and Arsenal finishing as runners-up to Manchester City for two consecutive seasons, Osimhen’s potential arrival could be the game-changer the North London side needs to mount a serious Premier League title challenge.

Amid speculations and transfer talks, the Arsenal faithful are buzzing with anticipation as the club inches closer to landing one of Europe’s most sought-after strikers.