Napoli Strategizes Replacement as Chelsea and PSG Continue to Eye Prolific Goal Scorer

Originally posted on PSG Talk | Last updated 5/17/24

Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly eyeing Napoli’s standout player, Victor Osimhen, who could cost around €130 million, as they aim to bolster their attack this summer.

Osimhen appears ready to leave the Serie A side and won’t have a shortage of suitors attempting to land him. As a result, the Serie A side have begun looking at strikers to replace the Nigerian international.

According to Sky Italia , Napoli are considering Atletico Madrid striker Samu Omorodion as a potential replacement for Osimhen.

Napoli are keeping an eye on Atletico Madrid striker Samu Omorodion as a potential replacement for Victor Osimhen.

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PSG are looking for a new forward since Kylian Mbappe is getting ready to leave when his contract expires, with rumors suggesting he’s close to sealing a deal with Real Madrid.

Meanwhile, Chelsea are concentrating on building a young team for their future, but they could benefit from some additional experience. Osimhen appears to be a promising choice to bolster their squad, possibly stepping in for the inconsistent Nicolas Jackson.

This season, the 25-year-old has played in 31 matches for Napoli across various competitions, netting 17 goals and providing four assists

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