Chelsea’s pursuit of Napoli’s star striker Victor Osimhen is hitting a wall, with the Nigerian’s hefty wage demands clashing against the club’s strict pay structure, per Ben Jacobs.
What once seemed like a promising move last summer is now crumbling, as Osimhen’s financial expectations haven’t budged, leaving the Blues’ incentive-driven salary model as a stubborn roadblock.
The 26-year-old, known for his explosive pace and knack for goals, nearly swapped Serie A for Saudi Arabia before, with Al-Ahli in the mix. Now, whispers suggest he’s eyeing a lucrative leap to the Middle East. Clubs like Al-Qadsiah and other Saudi outfits are circling, ready to pounce on the towering forward.
With a 75 million euro release clause looming next summer, the race is heating up, and Saudi teams seem to hold the edge.
Chelsea fans might have to wave goodbye to their hopes of seeing Osimhen light up Stamford Bridge, as the striker’s next chapter looks set to unfold far from West London.
Osimhen has played 23 games, scored 20 goals and assisted four in the Turkish top flight this season.
