Chelsea 'handed major boost in pursuit of striker'
The Blues are currently going through a period of uncertainty courtesy of the decision for Mauricio Pochettino to mutually depart his role as head coach.
Furthermore, co-owners Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital are aware that they must do everything possible to meet the Premier League's Profit and Sustainability regulations.
Nevertheless, it has been claimed for some time that they intend to try to secure the services of an experienced forward to compete with Nicolas Jackson in 2024-25.
Sealing a place in a European competition — depending on whether they fulfil all financial criteria — will also stand them in good stead as they bid to strengthen their squad.
Osimhen remains keen on Chelsea moveFor a number of transfer windows, Chelsea have been heavily linked with Napoli frontman Victor Osimhen, who helped fire the Italian side to their first Serie A title in more than three decades last season.
However, it is anticipated that the Nigeria international will be sold over the coming months, a consequence of Napoli potentially failing to qualify for continental football.
Given Chelsea's situation behind the scenes, the suggestion has been that Paris Saint-Germain and clubs from the Saudi Pro League are ahead of Chelsea in the race for the 25-year-old.
According to TEAMtalk, Osimhen would prefer to join Chelsea and has informally given the green light for a deal to proceed.
The report indicates that several aspects of a long-term contract are a formality, although other parts would require further negotiation.
Osimhen talks to continueAs it stands, Chelsea's priority will be to raise the
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