Napoli president Aurelio de Laurentiis has claimed that neither Chelsea or Manchester United can afford to sign Victor Osimhen in the summer transfer window. The Nigerian striker featured 32 times in a title-winning Serie A campaign last season, netting 26 times.
While Napoli are, understandably, desperate to hold onto the Nigeria international, football.london understands that the Blues have not been put off by their stubborn stance. Osimhen's contract is set to expire in 2025, Chelsea may have to remain patient if they want to secure his signature.
De Laurentiis has insisted that the 24-year-old will not leave Napoli unless the Italian outfit receives an 'obscene offer'. The club president said: "We will see Victor Osimhen wearing our shirt next season, that's for sure.
