In a recent development within the football transfer market Victor Osimhen is most likely to sign with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) rather than pursuing options with Chelsea or Arsenal, Daily Post Nigeria reports.
This shift comes amidst speculation surrounding Osimhen’s future club as he prepares to depart Napoli at the end of the current season.
The move to PSG is seen as a strategic play to fill the gap left by Kylian Mbappé, who is set to leave the French champions. PSG is actively seeking to strengthen their attack and sees Osimhen as a fitting addition to their squad.
One of the European football insiders Ben Jacobs, sharing insights on CaughtOffside’s The Debrief, mentioned that although Arsenal has shown interest in other forwards like Joshua Zirkzee and Viktor Gyokeres, their pursuit of Osimhen appears less vigorous at this juncture.
However, should Osimhen express a desire to join the Premier League, Arsenal might intensify their efforts and potentially outbid Chelsea, given Arsenal’s financial leverage.
Meanwhile, Chelsea is exercising caution to remain compliant with the Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability Rules, which might deter them from entering the bidding war for Osimhen’s signature. According to Transfermarkt the player’s current value estimates at €110 million.
This development marks a significant moment in the transfer saga, positioning PSG as the frontrunner for acquiring the highly sought-after Napoli striker.
