Victor Osimhen Sets Crucial Deadline for Chelsea Amid Massive Saudi Offer

• Victor Osimhen remains linked to numerous clubs as the summer transfer window nears its close
• The marquee Nigerian forward appears keen on a deal to join Premier League powerhouse Chelsea
• A report detailing that the forward has issued an ultimatum to the West London club has recently surfaced

Victor Osimhen seems eager to put an end to the speculation surrounding his immediate future as the transfer window draws to a close.

Throughout the summer, the Nigerian forward has been at the centre of intense transfer discussions, with several top clubs, including Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain, and Saudi Pro League side Al Ahli, reportedly showing interest in the Napoli star.

However, as the transfer deadline approaches, interest from the Saudi Pro League and Chelsea appears to have intensified.

Osimhen, who is reportedly keen to leave Napoli, particularly after Romelu Lukaku’s arrival, has issued an ultimatum to Chelsea regarding a potential transfer.

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Osimhen issues Chelsea ultimatum

According to a report courtesy of transfer expert, Sacha Tavolieri, the 25-year-old striker has prioritized a move to Chelsea, but only if he can agree on personal terms within the next 24 hours.

If negotiations with Chelsea fail to progress, Osimhen will consider Al-Ahli's staggering €120 million wage offer, which he would earn over the next four years.

Currently excluded from Napoli’s first-team setup, Osimhen is expected to leave the Italian Serie A club in the coming days.

The Nigerian forward, who joined the Partenopei in the summer of 2020, has contributed over 85 goals during his four-year tenure with the Naples club, according to data courtesy of FotMob.

Chelsea rekindle Interest in Osimhen

Briefly News earlier reported that a recent report from transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea is making a late push to secure the signing of the Nigerian forward in the final days of the summer window. This move is expected to be a permanent transfer.

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Chelsea has also recently reached an agreement with Napoli for the transfer of striker, Romelu Lukaku, a player highly sought after by coach Antonio Conte.

Source: Legit.ng