Mikel Obi Hopes Chelsea Will Sign Victor Osimhen This Summer

Chelsea legend John Mikel Obi has expressed hope that his fellow Nigerian, Victor Osimhen, will join the Blues this summer.

Osimhen was close to completing a move from Napoli to Chelsea last summer, but the deal fell through due to wage demands.

The 26-year-old striker has again been linked with a move to Stamford Bridge, as Chelsea look to strengthen their attack ahead of the new season.

Manchester United are also said to be interested in signing Osimhen, while a potential big-money move to Saudi Arabia remains an option.

Speaking as a pundit on beIN Sports, Mikel shared his desire to see Osimhen play for his former club.

“He (Osimhen) wants to play for Chelsea. I hope he’ll be playing his football somewhere in the Premier League next season. I hope he comes,” said Mikel.

“I know where we stopped with the contract. I know where we are. It’s an easy fix because we’ve done all the hard work last summer.”