Tottenham to battle Chelsea for Osimhen

Tottenham Hotspur is set to challenge Chelsea in the race to sign Napoli’s prolific striker Victor Osimhen.

Tottenham Hotspur has been keeping a close eye on the 25-year-old Nigerian striker, with sources indicating that manager Ange Postecoglou is eager to bring in a new forward this summer.

Osimhen, who joined Napoli in 2020 for a record €77.5m, has been a standout performer in Serie A, particularly during the 2022–23 season. However, the striker is reportedly looking to move on from the Italian giants, presenting an opportunity for Premier League clubs.

Chelsea have already engaged in aggressive negotiations with Napoli, discussing a possible cash-plus-player deal involving Romelu Lukaku. In response, Tottenham are considering including players of their own in a bid to secure Osimhen’s signature.

Any potential deal for the 25-year-old would require a significant financial investment, with Napoli having inserted a €130m release clause in his contract. It remains to be seen if Spurs chairman Daniel Levy will be willing to make such a substantial commitment.

Osimhen’s potential arrival at Tottenham would send a powerful message about the club’s intentions, bringing essential firepower and potentially becoming the standard-bearer for a new generation of success.

Despite receiving lucrative offers from the Saudi Pro League, the striker has consistently expressed his desire to play in the Premier League, making him a highly coveted target for both Tottenham and Chelsea in the ongoing transfer saga.

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