Chelsea have reportedly included two players in their bid to sign Napoli superstar Victor Osimhen.
Last summer, the Blues spent huge money to bring in the likes of Moises Caicedo, Nicolas Jackson and Christopher Nkunku.
However, their season has been hugely disappointing as Mauricio Pochettino’s men currently sit eighth in the Premier League table with 51 points, 16 points off the top four.
Looking ahead to the summer transfer window, it has been claimed that Chelsea are looking to reignite their long-term interest in Osimhen.
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As reported by Italian journalist Gianluca di Marzio, Chelsea are looking to strike a deal with Napoli for a fee between €80 million and €90 million.
In their bid to aid negotiations, it has been reported that Chelsea will also include Romelu Lukaku and a young player in their offer for Osimhen.
25-year-old Osimhen is one of the most sought-after players in Europe, having been linked with the likes of Chelsea, Arsenal, Manchester United and Paris Saint Germain.
This season, the Nigerian has managed 16 goals and four assists in 29 appearances across all competitions for Napoli.
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Speaking earlier in the year, former Chelsea and Nigeria star John Obi Mikel claimed that Osimhen wants to move to Stamford Bridge.
He said: “I think there is genuine interest between both. I think he loves the club, he wants to come to the club.
“Obviously, he wants to follow my footsteps as a Nigerian player who has played for Chelsea – Victor Moses, Celestine Babayaro, not a lot of us.”
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Mikel added: “But he also has a lot of interest. Paris Saint-Germain, Man United.
“I’m still pushing, sending him messages, trying to make sure he doesn’t expect too much, narrow you’re mind on one club – the Blues.”
Chelsea are back in Premier League action on Sunday afternoon as they take on David Moyes’ West Ham United.
Topics: Victor Osimhen, Napoli, Chelsea, Chelsea Transfer News & Rumours, Football
Marcus Chan