Chelsea target Victor Osimhen prefers a move to Premier League despite recent contacts between his agent and Paris Saint-Germain, according to reports in France.
Osimhen, who has scored 21 goals from 25 appearances in Serie A for Napoli this season, has unsurprisingly generated a lot of interest from other top clubs ahead of the summer transfer window.
Foot Mercato mentioned four clubs, in particular; Chelsea, Manchester United, Bayern Munich, and PSG.
It is no coincidence that the outlet named these clubs. Napoli president Aurelio de Laurentiis is reportedly looking to raise €150million (£133m) from the striker’s possible sale, and these four clubs are arguably among the few clubs who could afford it.
PSG football advisor Luis Campos has been in advanced negotiations with Osimhen’s representative, Roberto Calenda.
However, PSG could reportedly face a stumbling block in their pursuit of the 24-year-old, which is the player’s Premier League preference.
Foot Mercato adds that this makes Chelsea and Manchester United the favourites to land the Nigeria international this summer.
An earlier report from 90min claimed that Chelsea have also been working on signing Osimhen, although whether they will make a formal approach will likely depend on Mauricio Pochettino, who is now close to becoming their new manager.
In addition to that, Chelsea will reportedly offer Romelu Lukaku, who is currently on loan at Inter Milan, a chance to revive his career at Stamford Bridge under the Argentine next season.
Christopher Nkunku, who is expected to join Chelsea this summer, can play as a centre-forward, but he normally operates behind an out-and-out striker.
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