Nicolas Jackson Reacts to Chelsea’s Interest in Victor Osimhen
Nicolas Jackson has expressed his thoughts on Chelsea’s ongoing pursuit of Napoli’s star striker Victor Osimhen. The Nigerian forward has been frequently linked with a move to Stamford Bridge, given his reputation as one of the most prolific strikers in world football.
Osimhen’s Impressive Track Record
Osimhen has made a significant impact at Napoli, scoring 76 goals in 133 appearances and playing a pivotal role in securing the club’s long-awaited Scudetto in 2023. Despite his success in Naples, there has been consistent speculation that he might be on the verge of leaving the club.
Potential Swap Deal Involving Lukaku
Recently, David Ornstein reported that Napoli has engaged in talks to acquire Romelu Lukaku, who remains under Chelsea’s contract after loan stints with Inter Milan and Roma. The discussions reportedly included the possibility of Osimhen moving to Chelsea on a loan deal with an option to buy.
Chelsea’s New Striker and Jackson’s Perspective
Chelsea signed Nicolas Jackson last season for £32 million, committing him to an eight-year contract. Despite scoring 14 Premier League goals, Jackson faced criticism for missing key scoring opportunities, leading to doubts about his ability to help Chelsea secure a top-four finish. The potential arrival of Osimhen could threaten Jackson’s spot in the first team, yet he appears to support the transfer. Jackson demonstrated his approval by liking an Instagram post from 433 regarding Osimhen’s possible move to Chelsea.
Osimhen’s Agent Dismisses Transfer Rumors
Osimhen’s agent, Roberto Calenda, has dismissed the transfer speculation, labeling the reports as “fantasy exchanges” and “fake news.” He stated, “I read about ‘fantasy exchanges’ with Victor… as if he was a package to be delivered quickly. This package is the top scorer of the third Scudetto in the history of Napoli. Respect and stop fake news!”
Current Status of Osimhen
Currently, Osimhen is engaged in pre-season training with Napoli, further indicating that he remains committed to the Italian club amid ongoing transfer rumors.
Nicolas Jackson Reacts to Chelsea’s Interest in Victor Osimhen
