In recent developments, both Álvaro Morata and John Obi Mikel have expressed admiration for Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, with Mikel actively encouraging a potential transfer to Chelsea.
Álvaro Morata, currently on loan at Galatasaray from AC Milan, recently featured in a match against Eyüpspor, where he assisted Osimhen for a goal and later scored twice himself. Following the game, Morata commended Osimhen, stating, “Osimhen is one of the best in the world and has a great character. For me, he’s a fantastic teammate.” Morata’s endorsement highlights Osimhen’s impressive performances and potential.…..CONTINUE READING
Former Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel has been vocal about his desire to see Osimhen join Chelsea. Mikel revealed that he, alongside Didier Drogba, has been in contact with Osimhen, urging him to consider a move to Stamford Bridge. He emphasized, “I hope that Chelsea fans will finally see him come to the club,” expressing optimism about the potential transfer.
Napoli had previously offered Osimhen to Chelsea as part of a deal involving Romelu Lukaku. While the initial negotiations did not materialize, Mikel remains hopeful that the move could be revisited in the future. He mentioned that only minor issues prevented the deal from going through, suggesting that the transfer remains a possibility.
