Victor Osimhen's much-anticipated move to Chelsea collapsed just before the closure of the summer transfer window. The Nigerian striker and the Premier League club could not finalize an agreement, casting uncertainty over the future of the in-demand forward. The Chelsea deal fell apart with just two hours remaining, disappointing fans who hoped to see Osimhen in the iconic blue jersey this season.
Compounding the situation, Osimhen's potential transfer to Saudi Arabia also failed to materialize. Al Ahli, a significant contender for his signature, chose to sign Brentford's Ivan Toney on deadline day instead. The breakdown of the Chelsea transfer has reportedly strained Osimhen's relationship with his current club, Napoli. According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, if no new offers come in before the Saudi Pro League's transfer window closes, Osimhen risks being sidelined from Napoli's first-team squad.