With only nine days remaining in the transfer window, Victor Osimhen’s future remains uncertain. The Nigerian striker was widely anticipated to leave Napoli this summer, but so far, no transfer has been finalized.
On the London is Blue Podcast, Ben Jacobs provided an update as the transfer deadline approaches. Although Osimhen has been heavily linked with Arsenal throughout the summer, Jacobs reports that Chelsea are currently the only team actively pursuing him.
Jacobs notes that the situation is tense because Chelsea remains the sole club involved in the race for Osimhen, and there is a possibility that a loan deal might be considered as the window draws to a close.
Jacobs also shared insights into Osimhen’s current status and the developments surrounding his potential move.
“Things are getting a little bit tense at the moment, because, believe it or not, Chelsea are the only active suitors at the moment. We should view it separately as something that could happen late in the window,” Jacobs said.
“At that point Osimhen will be under pressure to make a decision, and if the decision is to stay at Napoli and be unhappy and disappointed, if the only option is a Chelsea loan then Osimhen’s perspective on a temporary move might change.”
Victor Osimhen might be the standout transfer as the summer window nears its end. Although several high-profile players, such as Kylian Mbappe and Joao Gomes, have made substantial moves this season, the Premier League has yet to see a marquee signing.
As the final week of the transfer window approaches, Osimhen emerges as a potential high-profile addition. Currently, Chelsea appears to be the front-runner in the pursuit of the Nigerian striker. With both Arsenal and Chelsea showing interest, the situation is set to become increasingly compelling as the deadline day approaches.
Osimhen’s potential move could become one of the most significant transfers of the summer, making it crucial to monitor developments closely in the final stretch of the window.
