Chelsea’s pursuit of Victor Osimhen has received a major boost after the Napoli striker made a revelation that will delight the string of Premier League clubs vying for his signature this summer.

Manchester United, Arsenal, Aston Villa, and Newcastle United are all interested in signing the Nigerian forward, but Chelsea have long been admirers and could finally land their top target.

Osimhen has been on the radar of these clubs for well over a year, and now he has confirmed that his preferred destination is the Premier League. This declaration comes at the expense of the Saudi Pro League, which had been keen on securing the prolific striker’s services.

TBR Football reports that Osimhen has informed officials in the Middle East that moving to Saudi Arabia is not his first choice. Instead, he is prioritising a move to England, putting all interested Premier League clubs on high alert.

With Chelsea in desperate need of a prolific goal scorer, Osimhen could be the final piece of the puzzle for Mauricio Pochettino’s side. The 26-year-old, whose contract with Napoli runs until 2026, would bring a much-needed cutting edge to the Blues’ attack.

Can Chelsea finally get their man this time around? The club’s hierarchy has been working on a deal for months, and with Osimhen openly stating his preference, this could be the summer when the Blues secure their marquee signing.