Victor Osimhen, amidst fervent speculation surrounding a potential summer transfer to the Premier League, found himself under the scrutiny of scouts as Napoli took on Barcelona in the Champions League clash on Tuesday. However, his performance left much to be desired, particularly for clubs like Chelsea, who had been closely monitoring his progress.
Despite featuring for the entire duration of the match, Osimhen failed to showcase his usual brilliance, casting doubts on his suitability for a move to the English top flight. His lackluster display did little to impress the array of scouts from elite clubs in attendance.
Chelsea, in particular, have been keen on securing the Nigerian forward’s signature, going as far as enlisting the help of former players like Didier Drogba and Jon Mikel Obi to sway his decision. However, Osimhen’s current form raises concerns, especially given the hefty transfer fee likely to be demanded by Napoli, hovering around the €120-130 million mark due to a release clause in his contract.
This season has seen a notable dip in Osimhen’s form, with his goal tally plummeting from 31 to a mere 13. Such decline was palpable in his recent outing against Barcelona, where he struggled to assert his influence, managing just one shot on target and frequently losing duels while being caught offside multiple times.
These underwhelming performances in crucial fixtures throughout the season paint a worrying picture for potential suitors like Chelsea, prompting questions about Osimhen’s readiness for a high-profile move, particularly given the astronomical transfer fee involved.
