Why PSG Target Victor Osimhen Is ‘Holding’ Romelu Lukaku Back From Joining Napoli
- The future of Romelu Lukaku and Victor Osimhen are intrinsically linked together as they seek new adventures this summer
- The Belgian striker has appeared on the transfer radar of Napoli, while the Nigerian hitman is angling for a move away from Italy
- However, Lukaku's potential move to the Serie A club remains in limbo until the Osimhen situation at Napoli is resolved
Chelsea Football Club are keen to offload Romelu Lukaku permanently this summer, but the Belgian striker's transfer to Napoli has been delayed due to Victor Osimhen.
The 31-year-old and the Blues have not had the successful partnership they anticipated since Chelsea re-signed him from Inter Milan for a then-club record fee of £97.5 million in the summer of 2021.
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Lukaku spent last season on loan at AS Roma, and the West London club is now prepared to cut its losses and allow the forward to leave permanently.
Sky Sports Italy says Romelu has agreed to a three-year contract with Napoli.
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The contract includes a weekly wage of around £97,000 before performance-related bonuses.
New Napoli boss Antonio Conte, who previously managed Lukaku at Inter, has prioritised the signing of the burly forward since he arrived at the club last month.
The former Chelsea manager is closer to securing one of his key transfer targets. However, Victor Osimhen has hampered the deal.
Why is Victor Osimhen 'delaying' Lukaku's Napoli move?
The answer is straightforward. Napoli cannot complete a deal until Victor Osimhen is sold.
Metro reports that Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) has shown significant interest in Osimhen and has held extensive talks with Napoli.
Reactions to the news:
Here are some of the responses from fans on PSG's interest in Osimhen:
@TheBlueDodger is happy:
"Good, the sooner Osimhen leaves Napoli the sooner Lukaku can join."
@CFC_OBED speculates:
"Need that lukaku money from Napoli."
@Jeff_Tymer_ shares advice:
"Victor Osimhen will ruin his career if he joins PSG. It’s not a Proper league. Instead of him to Join any PL club . A word to the wise is enough."
@mulondoder90535 is feeling excited:
"Warm welcome to Paris."
@islaash10 is giving advice:
"Victor Osimhen Go somewhere please so they can take Lukaku."
However, the Serie A club refuses to accept an offer lower than Osimhen’s €130 million (£110.8 million) release clause.
The Ligue 1 champions are reportedly considering a bid of €100 million (£84.3 million) plus a player to meet Napoli's valuation.
Osimhen’s agent, Roberto Calenda, travelled to Paris earlier this week to accelerate negotiations, potentially clearing the way for Lukaku's transfer to Southern Italy.
Premier League clubs miss out on Napoli’s Victor Osimhen
Victor Osimhen is reportedly nearing a move to Paris Saint-Germain. He returned to pre-season training with Antonio Conte but has been training alone for two days. Meanwhile, new details reveal why Premier League clubs struggle to sign the Nigerian star.
Chelsea and Arsenal, both Premier League clubs on the hunt for a clinical striker, showed interest in Victor Osimhen. However, with both teams missing a decisive forward last season, they face challenges securing his transfer as PSG edges closer to signing him.
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