Sports News of Friday, 2 August 2024

Source: www.mynigeria.com

Transfer: Osimhen wants Arsenal move, not Chelsea — Report

Victor Osimhen has been linked with a move to the Premier League Victor Osimhen has been linked with a move to the Premier League

According to latest reports, Napoli striker Victor Osimhen prefers a move to Arsenal and not Chelsea.

Osimhen, 25, is expected to leave the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium this summer, with top clubs including Chelsea, Arsenal, Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain reportedly interested in securing his signature.

Despite interests from these clubs, Osimhen's £130 million release has become a significant obstacle to his transfer.

Currently, Chelsea and PSG are the two clubs leading the race to sign the reigning African Footballer of the Year.

With Antonio Conte pushing for the signing of Romelu Lukaku, there are reports that Napoli wants to agree on a swap plus cash deal with Chelsea which will see both players move in opposite direction.

However, latest reports as per Italian publication Corriere dello Sport indicate that the Nigerian international favours a move to Emirates Stadium and not Stamford Bridge.

With Gabriel Jesus struggling to stay fit for the Gunners, Mikel Arteta is looking for a centre forward who can lead the team's attack in the upcoming season.

Having finished as runners up behind Manchester City for two consecutive seasons, the Gunners will be looking to dethrone Pep Guardiola's side next season.