‘You’re coming to Chelsea!’ – John Obi Mikel tells Victor Osimhen he will broker big-money transfer to Stamford Bridge for Napoli hitman, who idolised Blues legend Didier Drogba
Former Chelsea star John Obi Mikel has expressed his willingness to facilitate a move for Napoli’s star striker, Victor Osimhen, to join the Blues. Mikel, who is eager to see his fellow Nigerian make the switch to Stamford Bridge, offered to act as Osimhen’s agent to help secure the high-profile transfer. Osimhen, who grew up idolizing Chelsea legend Didier Drogba, shared these thoughts during a conversation on Mikel’s podcast, where he appeared as a guest.
Mikel, a former Nigerian international, advised Osimhen against considering a move to the Saudi Pro League at this stage of his career, emphasizing that his next destination should be Chelsea. During their discussion, Mikel confidently told Osimhen that he would be the one to broker the deal, ensuring that the striker joins the London club in the upcoming summer transfer window.
Osimhen, who is currently recovering from an injury sustained during the last international break, reflected on his childhood admiration for Drogba. He revealed that as a young boy, he only owned two football jerseys—one from Chelsea and the other from Manchester United. The Chelsea jersey held particular significance for Osimhen, who often tried to emulate Drogba’s style of play after watching his highlights on his brother’s phone. Despite the ongoing speculation about his future at Napoli, Osimhen’s admiration for Drogba and his connection to Chelsea have fueled rumors of a potential move to the Premier League.
As Osimhen considers his next career move, Mikel’s involvement and endorsement could play a pivotal role in bringing the prolific forward to Chelsea. For now, Osimhen remains focused on his recovery, with his long-term future still hanging in the balance. However, the possibility of a summer transfer to the Premier League, particularly to the club he grew up supporting, seems increasingly plausible.
