Arsenal has reportedly made initial contact to potentially secure Napoli’s striker Victor Osimhen in a deal that could set a new club record. The Gunners are actively seeking a new No. 9 during the January transfer window due to struggles faced by Gabriel Jesus and Eddie Nketiah in finding goals in the Premier League.
Earlier talks suggested a possible player-plus-cash deal involving Gabriel Jesus, but now it appears Osimhen is nearing a new contract with Napoli. Nonetheless, Arsenal has reportedly approached Osimhen’s agent, Roberto Calenda, indicating their keen interest in the Nigerian forward.
Should Osimhen commit to a new deal with Napoli, speculation suggests his release clause could increase to €130 million. This potential scenario might require Arsenal to surpass their club’s transfer record to secure his services.
Despite Arsenal’s reported interest, Osimhen previously hinted at a preference for a move to Chelsea. Speaking on ‘The Obi One podcast’ with former Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel, Osimhen mentioned owning jerseys from both Chelsea and Manchester United, without explicitly favoring either club.
The evolving situation around Osimhen’s potential transfer indicates that Arsenal might need to break their transfer record to secure the striker’s services in the upcoming transfer window.
