Victor Osimhen, at the age of 25, is presently representing Nigeria in the ongoing tournament, contributing 88 minutes to their 1-0 triumph over Ivory Coast.
Despite Osimhen not adding to his goal count in the competition, William Troost-Ekong secured three points for the Super Eagles with a 55th-minute penalty.
Prior to the match, there was a notable interaction between Didier Drogba and Osimhen in the tunnel, where they embraced before Osimhen took to the field.
Drogba, celebrated for his 164 goals at Chelsea, has reportedly been actively engaging in conversations with Osimhen, seeking to persuade the Napoli star to make a transition to Stamford Bridge.
In the aftermath of their recent interaction, Chelsea fans promptly expressed their excitement on social media, with one user dubbing them the “Past and Future of Chelsea.”
Another fan drew attention to Osimhen’s humble demeanor, urging Agent Drogba to facilitate a swift move to Chelsea.
A third fan conveyed strong conviction, confidently stating, “Yep, he’s joining Chelsea; I’m completely convinced now.”
In an interview with BBC Africa, former Arsenal and Tottenham forward Emmanuel Adebayor provided insights, proposing that Osimhen’s logical career progression should lead him to the Premier League.
Adebayor commended Osimhen’s attitude, mentality, and determination, highlighting his belief that the Premier League stands as the toughest and finest football league globally.
Expressing optimism, Adebayor mentioned, “I’m praying for him to make the move to the Premier League and showcase his capabilities.”
He continued to underscore Osimhen’s achievements in Italy and affirmed that the timing is right for him to make the move to England, following the path of his idol, Drogba, and leaving a substantial impact.
