According to Gazzetta dello Sport (via SportWitness), Arsenal are set to join the hunt for Napoli striker Victor Osimhen and could have a big advantage over Chelsea.
The Nigerian star is one of the most sought after strikers in world football and is likely to pursue a new challenge outside of Serie A at the end of the season. He currently has a release clause worth £111 million in his contract and La Gazzetta dello Sport They claim that Paris Saint-Germain could be a possible destination with Kylian Mbappé ready to leave for free transfer.
The same outlet claims that Arsenal are willing to sign the former Lille striker and that they have a big advantage over Chelsea, their London rival, who are also interested in him. It is stated that the 'bleus' cannot guarantee him Champions League football that could put Arsenal in an advantageous position in the transfer race.
Fantastic forward
Osimhen has become one of the best centre-forwards plying his trade in Europe. He was in sensational form for the Neapolitan side last season, scoring 31 goals. He has only scored 8 goals in the current campaign, but this is partly due to injuries and his participation in the African Cup of Nations with Nigeria.
The striker will be eager to improve his exploits in front of goal in the coming months before moving away from Napoli for a huge sum of money. PSG are likely to look for a high-profile striker with the departure of Mbappé, but Arsenal will try to attract Osimhen, who has publicly acknowledged his admiration for the first division.
A move to Chelsea could allow him to follow in the footsteps of his idol Didier Drogba, but Osimhen could also want the chance to play in the Champions League, which is unlikely to happen with the Blues, who sit 10th in the league. Arsenal would be a perfect fit for him as he once again fights for silverware. The Gunners are currently in the title race but are still missing a standout striker, a role Osimhen could fill.
