The race for Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has intensified, with Chelsea emerging as a potential suitor. According to reports, Turkish side Galatasaray has placed a hefty €150 million valuation on the Super Eagles forward.
This development coincides with recent remarks from Nigeria coach Eric Chelle, who explained Osimhen’s absence from upcoming friendlies against Poland and Portugal. Chelle noted that potential transfer discussions could be a distraction, saying, “Victor Osimhen will not feature in our matches against Poland and Portugal. There is a possibility of a club move, so I felt it best for him to stay home. If your focus isn’t fully here, stepping onto the pitch isn’t ideal.”
However, Osimhen later countered, insisting that Chelle’s comments were misinterpreted and taken out of context. The striker remains one of Europe’s most coveted talents, with Chelsea now joining the list of clubs monitoring his situation closely.