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Napoli’s prolific striker, Victor Osimhen, is making headlines with reports indicating his preference for Arsenal over Chelsea. According to The Athletic, Osimhen’s decision is likely to hinge on the allure of the Champions League, a competition in which Arsenal currently participates, unlike Chelsea.

Osimhen, an integral figure for the Nigerian national team, is keen on gracing the grand stage of European football’s most prestigious club tournament. With Chelsea’s Champions League prospects uncertain until at least 2025/2026, the North London appeal of Arsenal grows stronger for the 25-year-old forward.

Amid swirling transfer speculations, Osimhen’s imminent departure from Napoli appears inevitable. The recently inked contract extension with the Serie A giants includes a staggering release clause of approximately £112m, intensifying the drama surrounding his future.

Notably, influential figures from the footballing fraternity, including the likes of Didier Drogba and John Obi-Mikel, have actively engaged Osimhen in discussions, ardently vying to sway his decision in favor of Chelsea.

As the transfer saga unfolds, the footballing world eagerly awaits the final verdict of this coveted African talent, whose pivot towards Arsenal over Chelsea adds another thrilling chapter to the captivating realm of EPL transfer dynamics.