In a recent development regarding Chelsea’s summer transfer plans, renowned football journalist Fabrizio Romano has revealed that the Blues are still in the initial phases of their pursuit of 25-year-old striker Victor Osimhen. Romano made it clear that Osimhen will not be loaned out to Chelsea or any other club, but rather will only be sold permanently.
Furthermore, the journalist reported that Osimhen has no intentions of lowering his wage demands of £9.3 million, putting pressure on Chelsea to come to an agreement on personal terms with the striker before progressing to the crucial stages of the transfer negotiations.
It seems that Chelsea will need to maneuver carefully in order to secure Osimhen’s signature, with Romano’s insights shedding light on the complexities of the situation. The football world will be watching closely as this transfer saga unfolds in the coming weeks.
On a related note, Chelsea will also need to address their three major weaknesses highlighted during their pre-season tour finale. The upcoming season promises to be an exciting one for Chelsea fans, with plenty of challenges and opportunities on the horizon.
