According to reports from The MARCA, Victor Osimhen is set to miss Friday’s Serie A match against Fiorentina due to a muscular issue.
Despite his absence from training on Wednesday, where he underwent personalized gym work and physiotherapy, there’s uncertainty about his availability for next month’s World Cup qualifiers against South Africa and Benin Republic.
Osimhen’s absence poses a challenge for Napoli, especially considering his significant contribution of 15 goals in Serie A this season.
With other key players like Samuel Chukwueze and Bright Osayi-Samuel also facing doubts for the qualifiers, Nigeria’s position in Group C remains precarious.
In the midst of Osimhen’s injury concerns, there are rumors circulating about Chelsea’s interest in signing the 25-year-old Nigerian striker.
According to MARCA, Osimhen is reportedly eager to make a move to Stamford Bridge in the summer transfer window, awaiting Chelsea’s offer to Napoli.
Seen as one of the top strikers globally, Osimhen’s potential acquisition could address Chelsea’s goal-scoring woes, especially with Nicolas Jackson’s underwhelming performance since his signing last summer.
Osimhen’s track record, including his contributions to Napoli’s Serie A title win last season, makes him a coveted prospect, despite the hefty release clause of £113m in his Napoli contract.
While clubs like Paris Saint-Germain have also shown interest, Osimhen’s preference for the Premier League adds to the intrigue surrounding his potential transfer.
For Chelsea, securing Osimhen’s signature could mark a significant upgrade in their attacking lineup, offering a solution to their goal-scoring challenges in the upcoming season.
