Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has opened up about his upcoming move to Chelsea and his relationship with Manchester City’s star forward, Erling Haaland.
As the Nigerian prepares to join the Premier League, fans are eagerly anticipating a thrilling rivalry between two of football’s most exciting talents.
Osimhen Close to Chelsea Move
Osimhen, who has been in prolific form for Napoli, is reportedly on the verge of joining Chelsea in a deal involving both cash and players.
As part of the transaction, Romelu Lukaku and possibly Cesare Casadei are expected to move to Napoli. This transfer is set to bring Osimhen to the Premier League, where he will face off against Haaland.
Respect and Rivalry with Haaland
Despite the looming competition, Osimhen shares a deep respect for Haaland. The two have a connection through ex-Napoli teammate Leo Ostigard, who facilitated a jersey exchange between them.
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Speaking to the Daily Mail, Osimhen expressed his admiration for Haaland, saying, “I’ve followed Haaland for a while, and he seems to score two, three, four goals every weekend.
He’s one of the best of his generation, and being compared to him inspires me to do more.”
Confident in His Abilities
Osimhen is not intimidated by Haaland’s dominance in the Premier League. The 24-year-old striker believes he can compete at the highest level and is motivated by the comparisons to Haaland.
“I can score four goals in a game, provide more assists, and do many more things. I have the quality to execute them.
I need to work even harder, and at the end of my career, I hope to look back and say yes, I did some wonderful things,” Osimhen said confidently.
Looking Forward to Success with Chelsea
Osimhen has already made a name for himself by scoring 26 goals in the 2022/23 season, helping Napoli win their first Scudetto in 33 years.
As he prepares to join Chelsea, the Nigerian forward is eager to replicate his success in the Premier League. If the move goes through, fans can look forward to an exciting season with Osimhen and Haaland battling it out for the Golden Boot.
Victor Osimhen’s arrival in the Premier League promises to add another layer of excitement to the competition, with his confidence and ambition setting the stage for a potential new rivalry with Erling Haaland.
