Chelsea FC scouts were spotted in attendance at the Diego Maradona Stadium during Napoli’s recent UEFA Champions League clash against Barcelona, according to reports from HITC, as per allnigeriasoccer.com.
The match ended in a 1-1 draw, with Nigerian forward Victor Osimhen stealing the spotlight by scoring Napoli’s lone goal.
The report indicates that Chelsea’s interest in Osimhen is no secret, and their scouts were specifically observing the performance of the Super Eagles striker, alongside keeping an eye on Barcelona defender Jules Kounde.
Former Chelsea stars John Obi Mikel and Didier Drogba have reportedly been actively involved in convincing Osimhen to consider a move to Stamford Bridge. However, the battle for the 25-year-old’s signature is intensifying, with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) also vying for his services.
PSG sees Osimhen as a potential replacement for the departing Kylian Mbappé and is prepared to offer a lucrative deal to secure his transfer. Despite Osimhen’s previous expressions of desire to play in the Premier League, PSG’s substantial financial package could sway the decision-making process.
Osimhen, who recently signed a new deal with Napoli featuring a release clause of approximately €130 million, now finds himself at the center of a tug-of-war between two European heavyweights.
As negotiations unfold, the Nigerian forward’s future remains uncertain, with both Chelsea and PSG eager to bolster their attacking ranks with his talent.
