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Victor Osimhen’s future remains uncertain as he approaches 2025, having no role at Napoli after this summer’s developments.
The Nigerian striker’s relationship with the Serie A club soured before the 2024/25 season, as he sought a departure from Naples, while Antonio Conte favored Romelu Lukaku over Osimhen—Lukaku joined Napoli for €30m from Chelsea.
Facing the prospect of a season on the bench, Osimhen decided to join Galatasaray on loan, which was not his preferred choice.
Throughout the summer transfer window, clubs like Paris Saint-Germain, Chelsea, and Arsenal expressed interest in Osimhen, and it’s uncertain if any will pursue the Napoli loanee in 2025.
As one of the world’s top strikers, Osimhen has the potential to elevate many teams.
He left Napoli with 76 goals and 18 assists in 133 matches, and he’ll always be celebrated in Naples for leading them to the Serie A title in 2023.
While he may aspire to join one of Europe’s elite clubs in January, Arsenal and Chelsea are not options.
Arsenal will not pursue Victor Osimhen in January. Mikel Arteta remains open to adding a new striker next summer, with Fabrizio Romano indicating that a move is possible.
However, in January, the Gunners are unlikely to sign a new forward, with Football Insider reporting that they won’t trigger the £68m release clause in Osimhen’s Napoli contract.
Although Arsenal has long admired the Nigerian striker, any potential signing will have to wait until the summer.
The report mentions a break clause in Osimhen’s loan with Galatasaray, allowing him to transfer to a third club in January.
Chelsea also will not pursue Osimhen due to concerns regarding Financial Fair Play and Profit and Sustainability Rules.
