BREAKING NEWS: Coming live from Fabrizio Romano, osimhen reveals reason for Chelsea failed transfer. Osimhen is one of the top strikers in Europe on his day and was a man in demand in the last few months, with big names like Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain linked with him, as well as super-rich Saudi Pro League club Al Ahli. He said “I was 100% ready joining Chelsea you can confirm from drogba and Mikel obi my brother. But “How Far” dieing minutes them change talk no longer talking to me as a striker they needed but as a black man cause they saw I was desperate for the move I found it disrespectful the salary we agreed was slashed down by almost 45% and I just had to end it all. Even my move to Galatasaray it’s still drogba’s doings”. If Galatasaray can afford Osimhen’s wages, then surely the Blues should have been able to come up with the money for a top centre-forward who would surely have majorly improved Enzo Maresca’s squad. Chelsea caused me to change my decision.
Coming live from renowned football journalist Fabrizio Romano, Victor Osimhen has finally broken his silence on the failed transfer to Chelsea, revealing shocking details about why the move never materialized. The Nigerian striker, widely regarded as one of the top forwards in Europe, had been heavily linked with a summer move to Stamford Bridge, with other elite clubs like Paris Saint-Germain and Saudi Pro League giants Al Ahli also expressing interest.
Speaking candidly, Osimhen disclosed that he was fully prepared to join Chelsea, a club he had admired for years, and even received encouragement from Chelsea legends Didier Drogba and John Obi Mikel. However, the move took an unexpected and disappointing turn in the final stages of negotiations.
“I was 100% ready to join Chelsea. You can confirm that from Drogba and Mikel Obi, who are like brothers to me,” Osimhen said. “But in the dying minutes, everything changed. They were no longer talking to me as a striker they needed, but instead, I felt they were addressing me as a black man because they saw I was desperate for the move. I found it disrespectful.”
Osimhen went on to reveal that Chelsea suddenly slashed the salary they had initially agreed upon by almost 45%, a move that left him feeling insulted. “The salary we agreed on was slashed down significantly, and I just had to end it all. It was a matter of respect. I couldn’t go through with a move where I felt undervalued and disrespected.”
The Napoli forward also mentioned that his potential move to Galatasaray, which ultimately did not happen, was largely influenced by Didier Drogba, who played a key role in convincing him to consider the Turkish club as an option. “Even my move to Galatasaray, it’s still Drogba’s doing,” Osimhen added.
This revelation has sparked widespread debate among fans and pundits alike, with many questioning how a club of Chelsea’s stature could let such a high-caliber player slip through their fingers, especially over an issue of perceived disrespect and financial disagreement. If Galatasaray, with their more limited resources, were considered a viable option for Osimhen, it raises serious questions about why Chelsea, one of the wealthiest clubs in the world, couldn’t come to an agreement with the player.
For Chelsea, this will be seen as a significant missed opportunity. Osimhen, known for his lethal finishing, pace, and strength, would have been a transformative addition to Enzo Maresca’s squad, potentially addressing their ongoing issues in the striker position. His decision to walk away from the deal will leave many fans frustrated, particularly given the details surrounding the negotiations.
As the dust settles, Chelsea’s failure to secure Osimhen could haunt them in the coming season, while the Nigerian striker continues to be one of the most sought-after talents in European football. The saga has also opened up a broader conversation about the treatment of players during transfer negotiations, especially in situations where race and respect come into play.
