Chelsea is reportedly leading the race to sign Victor Osimhen from Napoli in the summer of 2024. Although Napoli retained Osimhen this summer, Chelsea is said to have taken the lead in pursuing him, potentially with an agreement already in place.

Mauricio Pochettino’s current options for the center-forward role include Nicolas Jackson, Armando Broja, and Deivid Washington. Christopher Nkunku, a new signing from RB Leipzig, was intended to bolster their attack but has been sidelined due to injury.

Osimhen gained recognition as one of the world’s top-rated strikers when he helped Napoli secure a Serie A title last season, scoring 62 goals in 104 appearances for the club. With only one year left on his contract by the following summer, Chelsea could offer Osimhen a chance to experience the Premier League and approach his peak years at 25 years old.

With just one year left on his contract with Napoli by the upcoming summer, Chelsea may find themselves in a favorable position to offer Osimhen a chance to experience Premier League football and take the next step in his career. While Chelsea needs substantial improvement under Pochettino’s leadership to rectify past shortcomings, the addition of a player of Osimhen’s caliber could be the missing piece they’ve been seeking.

Osimhen will be approaching his peak years at 25 years old by the time Chelsea can pursue him.