Chelsea Football Club has allegedly shifted its focus away from pursuing a January move for Napoli striker Victor Osimhen. With the imperative need to reinforce their attacking lineup, Chelsea’s wishlist includes signing a new attacker.
The desire for additional firepower upfront stems from the lack of cover behind Nicolas Jackson, especially with injuries sidelining Armando Broja and Christopher Nkunku in the past year.
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Despite Jackson’s uneven form, including being dropped recently, he made a triumphant return, scoring a hat-trick against Tottenham Hotspur and contributing to Chelsea’s 4-4 draw with Manchester City in recent weeks.
Football London suggests that a deal for Osimhen is improbable during the season, citing the substantial fee required to secure the player. Chelsea seems hesitant to replicate the nine-figure fee spent on Enzo Fernandez last January.
Ivan Toney emerges as an alternative option on Chelsea’s shortlist, with the Brentford striker expected to leave the club after an eight-month suspension for gambling rule violations.
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However, the report indicates Chelsea’s indecision about entering the market for a new striker in January or waiting until the following summer.
Factors contributing to this indecision include Nkunku’s imminent return to first-team action, with the club optimistic about his impact. Nkunku, who impressed with 58 goals in his final two seasons at RB Leipzig, faced setbacks due to fitness issues.
Broja, returning from a severe knee injury, has proven valuable for Mauricio Pochettino and won a penalty that secured a draw against Manchester City.
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Potential additions of Osimhen or Toney might prompt Broja to reassess his future at Chelsea, considering the competition for playing time.
Chelsea faced scrutiny earlier in the season for a perceived lack of attacking prowess, but recent performances have seen an improvement in goal-scoring, notably against Ange Postecoglou’s tactics and a convincing victory over the reigning champions.
While Jackson has been a key contributor, the inclusion of England’s Cole Palmer has added to Chelsea’s attacking options, with the team now weighing its options for the upcoming transfer window.
