A lot of talk about the upcoming transfer window and Chelsea is already revolving around Napoli striker Victor Osimhen.
The forward has been linked to a number of elite sides, with the potential price required to sign him being way above their current transfer record that they broke in January to sign Enzo Fernandez.
His impressive season for the Serie A leaders and Champions League quarter-finalists will surely see him have a decision to make this summer regarding where he plays his football in the future.
While Chelsea will no doubt be interested in a deal, the style Todd Boehly likes to complete his business in leans towards them not getting involved in a mad bidding war.
Some reports have claimed that the Blues are eyeing up other options as a potential striker signing, with Brentford’s Ivan Toney being mentioned as a player they have considered.
The 27-year-old has 16 goals already this season in the Premier League, and his form in front of goal has seen him called up to the England squad for the upcoming European Championship qualifiers.
This is despite the ongoing investigation regarding betting charges that could see Toney banned for some time.
Taking that into account, the Blues should still show some patience and see what the verdict is, and to whether the club could utilise him next season.
Two consecutive seasons impressing in the top flight should prove to those at Stamford Bridge that he has the ability to deliver in England.
Osimhen of course has no experience in the Premier League, and while he certainly is showing no signs that he would be a flop if he made the move, there is always the risk that a player moving for a big fee will not live up to the expectation.
Toney provides a far less risky approach to if he can adapt, assuming of course he is available for selection straight away.
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