OFFICIAL NOW: Chelsea announce the signing of 25yr sensational player after beating Liverpool and Madrid for His signature, agreement reached on a 5yr deal, Medical completed – announcement ongoing

 

OFFICIAL NOW: Chelsea announce the signing of 25yr sensational player after beating Liverpool and Madrid for His signature, agreement reached on a 5yr deal, Medical completed – announcement ongoing

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Chelsea have been linked with a transfer switch for Napoli striker Victor Osimhen, as Enzo Maresca is set to bolster his attacking prowess ahead of the season.

Corriere dello Sport claim the Gunners have rejoined the race to sign Osimhen, with Mikel Arteta still eager to bring in another center forward to bolster their Premier League title challenge.

Arsenal have re-entered the race to sign Victor Osimhen from Napoli before the summer transfer window closes, according to reports in Italy.

Osimhen’s club’s future has been a saga that has been drawn out across the summer. Having asked to leave Naples, Paris Saint-Germain led the race to sign the Nigerian international only to end talks last month, unwilling to meet Napoli’s asking price.

The injury to Goncalo Ramos at the weekend sparked brief suggestions they could return for the striker, but the French champions have decided against pursuing a deal at this stage.

Chelsea have been the front runners since then, with Enzo Maresca supporting the club’s decision to sign the 25-year-old to lead their new-look attack that now includes Pedro Neto and Joao Felix.

Napoli began the summer demanding any interested clubs pay Osimhen’s €130 million (£110 million) release clause. That stance has softened, with the Serie A giants now hoping to collect €110 million (£85 million) for their prized asset.

Now, Chelsea seems they could get a deal done, and probably if Enzo Maresca could make further advancement, the Blues may likely add Victor osimhen before the window shuts.

Chelsea have been holding out for £36 million for the Belgium international, with any deal for Osimhen separate from the one for Lukaku.

While Chelsea are eager to sign the Napoli star, reports in Italy suggest the Blues could now face renewed competition from Arsenal.