English Premier League giants Chelsea have received a strong recommendation to reignite their pursuit of Nigerian international striker Victor Osimhen. The advice comes from former Blues defender William Gallas, who believes the Super Eagles star could be the missing piece needed to elevate the club.
Gallas Identifies Osimhen as Chelsea's Missing Link
In a recent interview with OLBG, William Gallas did not mince words about the potential impact Victor Osimhen could have at Stamford Bridge. The former French international expressed his clear desire to see the Nigerian forward in a Chelsea shirt.
"To be honest, a player who can put Chelsea really on top for me is Victor Osimhen," Gallas stated. "I wanted to see him sign for Chelsea. Unfortunately, it didn't happen. But yeah, my dream is to see him play for Chelsea because with his quality, I think he can adapt to Chelsea perfectly."
Gallas pointed to Chelsea's lack of experienced players as a key issue, referencing their recent draw against Arsenal where Moises Caicedo received a red card. He argued that with a full squad of seasoned professionals, the result could have been different.
Osimhen's Current Form and Chelsea's Past Interest
The 26-year-old striker is currently showcasing his prolific form with Turkish champions Galatasaray, where he made a permanent move after an impressive loan spell. This season, Osimhen has netted 12 goals in just 16 appearances, continuing his reputation as a consistent goal threat.
Chelsea's previous interest in the Nigerian hitman is well-documented. However, the move reportedly stalled due to the player's high salary demands during earlier negotiations. Instead, during the summer transfer window, Chelsea focused on acquiring younger talents like Liam Delap and Joao Pedro.
The Blues embarked on a significant spending spree, investing close to £300 million on new players including Joao Pedro, Liam Delap, Jamie Gittens, Jorrel Hato, and Facundo Buonanotte, among others. This strategy has resulted in one of the youngest squads in the Premier League.
The Striker Dilemma at Stamford Bridge
Chelsea's current attacking options present a curious scenario. The squad includes Joao Pedro, Liam Delap, Marc Guiu, and Nicolas Jackson—who is currently on loan at Bayern Munich. Despite this array of talent, Gallas has openly questioned the quality and experience of Chelsea's forward line, particularly the partnership of Pedro and Delap.
The central question now is how a proven, experienced goalscorer like Victor Osimhen would fit into Chelsea's youthful project. While the club possesses immense potential, adding a striker of Osimhen's caliber and track record could provide the clinical edge required to compete for the highest honors in England and Europe.
With the Super Eagles star continuing to shine in Istanbul and Chelsea reportedly among three English clubs monitoring his situation, the possibility of a revived transfer bid remains alive. Gallas's endorsement underscores a growing sentiment that Osimhen might represent the final piece in Chelsea's complex puzzle.
