Former Chelsea midfielder Mikel Obi has expressed his strong commitment to seeing Victor Osimhen join the London club. In a recent video posted on X, Mikel revealed that he, along with Chelsea legend Didier Drogba, is actively working to persuade the Napoli striker to make a move to Stamford Bridge.
Osimhen’s future has been a hot topic of speculation as the summer transfer window approaches its final weeks. The striker, who has requested to leave Napoli, is a primary target for Chelsea, with rumors suggesting a potential swap deal involving Romelu Lukaku.
Chelsea’s summer spending spree has already seen the arrivals of Pedro Neto, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Marc Guiu, and Filip Jorgensen. Despite these additions, the club appears eager to bolster their squad further, with Osimhen prominently featured on their wish list as they seek a top-class striker for the 2024/25 season.
In a bid to support the transfer effort, Mikel Obi has pledged to use his influence to help Chelsea secure Osimhen’s signature. Mikel emphasized his belief that Osimhen would be an excellent fit for the Premier League and would address Chelsea’s need for a prolific goalscorer. “We want somebody who can finish, score goals, the tap-ins. Someone like Erling Haaland,” Mikel stated. “That’s something Victor Osimhen will bring to Chelsea. I hope that Chelsea fans will finally see him come to the club.”
Mikel revealed that he would personally reach out to Osimhen, sending text messages and making calls to emphasize Chelsea as a top destination. “I’ll make sure I send him those text messages and calls, making sure Chelsea is his top priority! But it seems like he loves the club and wants to come to Chelsea,” Mikel added.
He acknowledged that Osimhen is a highly sought-after talent, with many top European clubs showing interest. Despite this, Mikel expressed confidence that securing Osimhen would be a major coup for Chelsea. “I’m sure he has all the big clubs wanting to sign him. I think if we can secure his signature, it would be fantastic for the club. He’s somebody who will get us goals, and that’s something that we need right now,” Mikel said.
Mikel also highlighted Osimhen’s character, praising him as “a fantastic guy, a fantastic human being,” and reaffirming his commitment to helping bring him to Chelsea. Didier Drogba, another Chelsea icon, is also reportedly in contact with Osimhen, sharing his experiences and the significance of the club.
Osimhen has been one of the most talked-about strikers in European football following his impressive performances with Napoli. His strong form has attracted interest from several top clubs, including Chelsea, Arsenal, Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester United, and Liverpool. However, the significant €130 million asking price for Osimhen has been a major hurdle, leading some suitors, like PSG, to reconsider their pursuit.
With PSG and other potential buyers backing away due to the high transfer fee, Chelsea remains one of the few clubs still actively pursuing Osimhen. The London club’s persistence reflects their desire to secure a top-class forward who can make a significant impact in the Premier League.
As the transfer window nears its end, the efforts of Mikel Obi and Didier Drogba to convince Osimhen to join Chelsea could prove crucial. Their advocacy and the ongoing discussions with Osimhen highlight Chelsea’s determination to strengthen their squad and address their attacking needs.