Chelsea faces a formidable challenge in securing the coveted signature of Victor Osimhen over rival clubs, particularly Liverpool and Manchester United.
The 25-year-old Nigerian striker, who was previously linked with a move to Real Madrid in 2022, has extended his contract with Napoli but now appears inclined to join the English giants.
- In the final year of his 2022 contract with Napoli, Osimhen holds the option to leave without the club receiving compensation.
The latest reports from Le Parisien and ESPN suggest that Chelsea is in the running, but Cadena SER outlines three crucial conditions set by Osimhen for committing to the Blues over other potential suitors.
The first condition involves an annual salary demand close to £35 million, a figure that would position Osimhen among the highest-paid players globally.
Additionally, the Nigerian striker is seeking a substantial signing bonus of €100 million (£105 million).
Such financial terms underline the significance of the negotiations between Osimhen and Chelsea.
Beyond monetary aspects, Osimhen is also keen on retaining a higher percentage of his image rights compared to the typical arrangement at Real Madrid.
While Chelsea usually claims 50% of their star signings’ image rights, Osimhen aims to keep 60% for himself, signaling his desire for greater control over his brand.
On the other side of the spectrum, Manchester United is not backing down, reportedly planning to match Osimhen’s current contract with a substantial £50.7 million per year deal.
This offer is coupled with a bonus of €110 million (£111 million), intensifying the competition for Osimhen’s services.
Osimhen, under the terms of his current agreement, must inform Napoli’s club president before contacting other teams.
Departing would also mean forfeiting a €50 million loyalty bonus, adding another layer of complexity to the decision-making process.
For Liverpool and Manchester United to sway Osimhen their way, a significant financial commitment is imperative.
The competition for Osimhen’s talents underscores the high-stakes nature of the transfer market, where top clubs vie for top players, each offering lucrative deals to secure their preferred signings.
As the summer transfer scene unfolds, Osimhen’s future promises to be a focal point of speculation and negotiations among the football elite.