Following the growing speculation about Victor Osimhen's future, a new development has surfaced from an insider with close ties to the Napoli forward.
The 25-year-old Nigeria international has become one of the most coveted players in the transfer market, attracting interest from several top clubs.
Premier League giants Chelsea and Arsenal, French heavyweights Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), and Saudi Pro League side Al Ahli have all reportedly vied for his signature in recent months. After signing a new contract with Napoli in December 2023, Osimhen’s release clause increased to €130 million.
However, the financial demands of the transfer have posed significant challenges for the interested clubs, leading Napoli to reportedly reduce their asking price for the Nigeria international to €100 million.
John Ogu drops hint Victor Osimhen's move to Chelsea is imminent
John Ogu, a former Nigeria international closely acquainted with Victor Osimhen, has sparked buzz with a post on X (formerly Twitter).
Ogu's statement seems to suggest the highly coveted Napoli striker is on the verge of joining Chelsea. Although the former Hapoel Be'er Sheva midfielder did not provide further detail, his post holds significant weight given his close relationship with Osimhen.
Italian outlet Corriere dello Sport earlier reported that Arsenal were preparing to make a substantial offer close to Napoli's revised €100 million asking price, plus bonuses, to secure the Nigerian forward.
With Napoli officials arriving in London to discuss a potential move for Romelu Lukaku, there is growing speculation that an agreement between Chelsea and Napoli for Osimhen could be in the works.
He was notably excluded from the Partenopei squad that suffered a 3-0 defeat to Hellas Verona in their Serie A opener last weekend.
