Victor Osimhen: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Arsenal refuses to meet striker release clause to sign him

Victor Osimhen has emerged as the preferred number nine for Arsenal to potentially sign this summer, but the transfer is far from straightforward. The Nigerian striker is anticipated to depart Napoli soon after agreeing to a contract extension that includes a release clause.

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Arsenal, PSG Still Possible for Napoli Star as No Club Meets Release Clause

Victor Osimhen has been linked to Arsenal, Chelsea, and Paris Saint-Germain. However, concrete rumors of any of these clubs making a serious push might be cooling down.

Napoli News / Football Italia / June 7

Maresca’s Chelsea sign Milan target but may drop Napoli star Osimhen

Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea have confirmed the purchase of Tosin Adarabioyo on a free transfer from Fulham, but according to La Gazzetta, the Blues have cooled interest in Napoli star Victor Osimhen.

Napoli News / ClutchPoints / June 6

Chelsea rumors: Romelu Lukaku’s stance cleared after Victor Osimhen’s rejection

As the summer transfer window approaches, Chelsea finds themselves at a crossroads in their quest for a new striker. Recent developments suggest that the club’s plans have taken a different turn, particularly concerning Romelu Lukaku and Victor Osimhen.

Napoli News / Empire Sports Media / June 5

Chelsea reportedly uninterested in signing SSC Napoli superstar striker

With Romelu Lukaku and Armando Broja seemingly both on their way out of the club this summer, it seemed almost a formality that Chelsea were going to sign a striker.

Soccer News / PSG Talk / June 5

Napoli Sets Sights on Arsenal Duo in Exchange for Serie A Hotshot as PSG Lose Interest

Arsenal appear to have a clear path to landing Napoli standout Victor Osimhen, as reports suggest that Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain both seem to be cooling their interest.

Paris Saint-Germain News / PSG Talk / June 4

Arsenal Receives Transfer Boost as PSG Joins Chelsea in Losing Interest in Prolific Goal Scorer

Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain both appear to be cooling their interest in Napoli standout Victor Osimhen. Over the last few months, the two clubs have been heavily linked to the player, but as the summer transfer window approaches, that might not be the case.

Napoli News / The Cult of Calcio / June 4

Impending Napoli Coach Taking Steps to Sign Top Center-Forward Target

Romelu Lukaku’s career intertwines with Serie A again as upcoming Napoli coach Antonio Conte sees him as Victor Osimhen’s heir. Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio states the former Inter and Juventus coach has made contact with the Belgium international to inform him of his desire to work together again.

Napoli News / ESPN / June 3

Transfer Talk: Arsenal to swap Smith Rowe, Tomiyasu for Osimhen?

Emile Smith Rowe and Takehiro Tomiyasu could both potentially move to Napoli as part of Arsenal's bid to land Victor Osimhen. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / June 3

Should Arsenal agree to a swap deal to entice Napoli to give us Osimhen?

Is it now easier for Arsenal to make a move for Victor Osimhen? It appears that the path is clear for them to take. Considering the recent claims from Italy, it’s hard not to wonder about the situation.

Victor Osimhen News / Tribal Football / June 3

Osimhen counting on Arsenal bid

Arsenal will come calling in the summer for Napoli forward Victor Osimhen. That is the view of the striker, who believes that he is set for a move to the Emirates Stadium.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / June 2

Report: Fabrizio Romano denies Arsenal are set on Sesko but doesn’t rule out Osimhen

We all know that Mikel Arteta prefers to get his transfer deals done early in the transfer window to help new arrivals to settle into the squad in pre-season, and a lot of headlines yesterday implied that he was wasting no time gby going straight into a bid for Benjamin Sesko, but today those headlines have been backtracked by all and sundry.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / June 1

Chelsea’s failed offer boosts Arsenal’s chance to sign striker

Victor Osimhen remains one of the most sought-after strikers in European football, and Arsenal is among the clubs interested in signing him. The Nigerian striker has been outstanding for Napoli over the last two seasons, and it’s anticipated he will leave the Italian club before the start of the next term.

Napoli News / Football Italia / June 1

Napoli set sights on Smith Rowe as Arsenal consider Osimhen move

Napoli are reportedly keeping close tabs on Emile Smith Rowe as Arsenal weigh up a possible summer move for Victor Osimhen. The Partenopei are planning

Napoli News / The Cult of Calcio / June 1

Napoli Must Splash Out Money to Sign Robust Striker

A swap deal involving Napoli talisman Victor Osimhen and Chelsea outcast Romelu Lukaku is reportedly off the table. Per Fabrizio Romano, the Blues consider the Belgium international untradable and would only consider cash offers for their misfit.

Soccer News / PSG Talk / June 1

Arsenal Expected to Make a Move for PSG Target as Chelsea Steps Aside in the Race

Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain have repeatedly been linked to Napoli’s impressive player, Victor Osimhen. The Nigerian striker seems to be leaving the Italian team this summer, with speculation pointing towards the Premier League as his desired new destination.

Napoli News / Football Italia / May 31

Chelsea hit brick wall for Osimhen as Arsenal watch on

Talks between Napoli and Chelsea regarding a possible swap deal involving Victor Osimhen and Romelu Lukaku didn’t progress, keeping the door open for Arsenal.

Soccer News / ClutchPoints / May 31

How Santiago Gimenez fits into Arsenal’s transfer plans

The rumors about Arsenal signing a new striker refuse to die down. With names like Ivan Toney and Victor Osimhen frequently linked to the Gunners, it’s clear that Arsenal is on the hunt for a top-tier centre-forward ahead of the January transfer window.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 31

Fabrizio Romano: Chelsea not planning to sign heavily-linked world class striker

According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea are NOT planning to sign a world class striker this summer who they have been heavily-linked with over recent months.

Napoli News / Tribal Football / May 31

Chelsea forced to pull back Osimhen plans

Chelsea are not set to target Victor Osimhen as their new striker in the summer transfer window. The Stamford Bridge club were near certainties to put in a bid for the Nigerian.

Napoli News / ClutchPoints / May 30

Chelsea rumors: Romelu Lukaku involved in a deal to sign Victor Osimhen

Chelsea wants to strengthen its attacking options by targeting Napoli’s star striker, Victor Osimhen, this summer. According to reports, the Blues are considering offering Romelu Lukaku plus cash to secure the Nigerian forward.

Soccer News / Total Apex Sports / May 29

Star Napoli Striker Suffers Unfortunate Injury And Could Be Out For 4 Weeks

Napoli is among one of the top teams in the highest league in Italy, but they could be in trouble now that their star striker is out of commission. More importantly, the striker’s home country is in bits after learning that he may not be available for the World Cup qualifiers.

Soccer News / Tribal Football / May 29

The Insider - Rudy Galetti: Chelsea sell to fund Osimhen deal; Man City identify De Bruyne successor; Why Conte agreed to Napoli

Richarlison wants to stay in the Premier League; Antonio Conte, ready for a new experiencewith a backup solution; Rafa Leao, with AC Milan in his heart.

Soccer News / Tribal Football / May 20

Man Utd plan bid for Napoli striker Victor Osimhen

Napoli striker Victor Osimhen is very much on the radar of Manchester United. The Nigerian was one of many strikers United assessed last summer before signing Rasmus Hojlund.

Napoli News / Football Espana / May 17

Napoli line up Atletico Madrid star as Victor Osimhen replacement

Serie A giants Napoli could swoop for Atletico Madrid striker Samu Omorodion this summer. The Italian side are planning a squad revamp in the coming months following a disastrous title defence in 2024.