Chelsea in 'DREAM' deal as Osimhen transfer edges closer

Robin Bairner

16 Apr 2025 02:11 CDT
3 min read

Chelsea have the opportunity to kickstart their summer transfer window with a deal that could wind up with Victor Osimhen arriving at Stamford Bridge.

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The Blues are one of a number of clubs linked with the Napoli striker, who is on loan at Galatasaray this season, but before making such a lavish deal, they must first offload Joao Felix.

The good news for the Stamford Bridge side is that Galatasaray are interested in taking the Portugal international as a replacement for Osimhen, according to a report from Fichajes.

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Victor Osimhen

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Galatasaray

Victor Osimhen

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Galatasaray

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João Félix

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Milan

João Félix

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Milan

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Season Statistics

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33	Appearances	37
29	Goals	9
5	Assists	2
69	Shots On Target	33
36	Key Passes	27

Joao Felix out, Osimhen in at Chelsea?

Joao Felix has previously been described as Gala’s “dream” signing by O Jogo, with the Super Lig outfit resigned to the fact that a permanent deal for the Nigeria international is impossible due to the finances involved.

The former Atletico Madrid star, meanwhile, does not have a place in Chelsea’s plans while a loan move to Serie A outfit AC Milan has not gone as smoothly as hoped.

Galatasaray tried to sign Joao Felix in January and are set to revisit the deal at the end of the season. It is said the outlook to a deal is “favourable”.

The 25-year-old, who has an Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) of €25.4 million, is said to be open to a move. Joao Felix wants to be placed at the heart of a project and with Galatasaray ready to make what is described as a “significant financial effort”, he believes he will have that opportunity in Istanbul.

© IMAGO - Joao Felix: AC Milan loan has not worked out

For his part, Osimhen has all but admitted that he will be leaving Galatasaray in the summer.

Speaking to NTV, Osimhen said: “Galatasaray will always be in my heart.

“There are always rumours about me, I think about the present. I am enjoying this moment; the fans always support me. At the right time, the best decision for everyone will be made.”

Interest in the hitman comes primarily from the Premier League, where the likes of Chelsea, Manchester United, Arsenal and Liverpool are all fighting to sign him.

Galatasaray’s interest in Joao Felix is only further confirmation that Osimhen is on his way.