August 27. According to Italian transfer journalist Rudy Galetti, the Saudi Professional League club is no longer targeting Osimhen for a transfer. Chelsea still hopes that both Napoli and Osimhen will lower their price expectations, while Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal are currently in a wait-and-see position.
It is understood that a Saudi team had previously made an offer for Osimhen, but the journalist confirms that the Saudi side has now ceased pursuing this Napoli forward. Chelsea will continue to try to reduce the demands of both Napoli and Osimhen until the transfer window closes. One of the obstacles to the transfer is Osimhen’s request for €12 million as the highest salary within Chelsea.
The 25-year-old Osimhen, who came through the VfL Wolfsburg youth academy, has played for Charleroi, Lille, and Napoli. In the 2022/23 season, he led Napoli to win the Serie A title after 33 years. Last season, he made 32 appearances (27 starts) across all competitions, scoring 17 goals and providing 3 assists. Currently, his market value according to Transfermarkt is €100 million.
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