Osimhen’s move to Chelsea is currently on hold as the two-time UEFA Champions League winners are considering a move for Guinea and Borussia Dortmund striker Serhou Guirassy.
Enzo Maresca’s side was linked with Super Eagles and Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen last summer, but his high release clause made the move difficult, not just for Chelsea but also for other potential clubs in the Premier League that showed interest.
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Now, as this summer’s transfer window looks promising, Chelsea is exploring other options, while
Osimhen is expected to leave Galatasaray when his loan ends, and Napoli is bent on selling the former LOSC Lille player for €75 million.
According to Spanish outlet Fichajes, Chelsea is preparing a $75 million offer to sign Guirassy to resolve their ongoing goal-scoring issues. Despite spending significantly on new recruits, Chelsea has struggled to find the back of the net this season.
Guirassy has had an impressive season for a lackluster Dortmund side, scoring 28 goals and providing five assists in 41 matches across all competitions. He is also the top scorer in the UEFA Champions League.
Serhou Guirassy of Borussia Dortmund (Photo by Alex Grimm/Getty Images)
Chelsea’s proposed bid aligns with Guirassy’s release clause, as he joined Borussia Dortmund less than a year ago from VfB Stuttgart.
However, Chelsea is not the only club interested in the 29-year-old, as both Juventus and Napoli are also closely monitoring the talented striker.
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Despite the transfer noise, the Nigerian and Galatasaray striker has remained in form as he continues to deliver an outstanding performance for his club side this season, netting 29 goals and 6 assists in 34 appearances, making him the highest goal scorer in the Süper Lig.
