BREAKING NEWS: Coming live from Fabrizio Romano, osimhen reveals reason for Chelsea failed transfer. Osimhen is one of the top strikers in Europe on his day and was a man in demand in the last few months, with big names like Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain linked with him, as well as super-rich Saudi Pro League club Al Ahli. He said “I was 100% ready joining Chelsea you can confirm from drogba and Mikel obi my brother. But “How Far” dieing minutes them change talk no longer talking to me as a striker they needed but as a black man cause they saw I was desperate for the move I found it disrespectful the salary we agreed was slashed down by almost 45% and I just had to end it all. Even my move to Galatasaray it’s still drogba’s doings”. If Galatasaray can afford Osimhen’s wages, then surely the Blues should have been able to come up with the money for a top centre-forward who would surely have majorly improved Enzo Maresca’s squad. Chelsea caused me to change my decision.

In a recent live update from the well-known football journalist Fabrizio Romano, Victor Osimhen has finally addressed the failed transfer to Chelsea, sharing some surprising details about why the move did not happen. Osimhen, who is widely recognized as one of the top strikers in Europe, had been strongly associated with a potential transfer to Chelsea during the summer. Other prestigious clubs, such as Paris Saint-Germain and Saudi Pro League’s Al Ahli, had also shown interest in him.

Osimhen spoke openly about his readiness to join Chelsea, a team he had long admired, and mentioned that he had received support from Chelsea legends Didier Drogba and John Obi Mikel. Despite his eagerness and preparation to join the club, the transfer negotiations took an unexpected and disappointing turn at the last moment.

“I was completely prepared to join Chelsea. Drogba and Mikel Obi can attest to that, as they are like family to me,” Osimhen explained. “However, at the very last moment, the situation changed drastically. Instead of treating me as the valuable striker they needed, it felt as though they were addressing me based on my race because they knew I was desperate to make the move. I found that to be quite disrespectful.”

Osimhen further revealed that Chelsea had drastically reduced the salary they had initially agreed upon by nearly 45%, which left him feeling insulted. “The salary we had originally agreed on was cut down significantly, and I had to call it off. It was a matter of respect. I couldn’t proceed with a transfer where I felt undervalued and disrespected.”

The Napoli forward also mentioned that his potential move to Galatasaray, which ultimately did not materialize, was significantly influenced by Didier Drogba, who played a crucial role in persuading him to consider the Turkish club. “Even my move to Galatasaray was largely due to Drogba’s influence,” Osimhen noted.

This disclosure has generated considerable discussion among fans and commentators, raising questions about how a prestigious club like Chelsea could allow such a high-quality player to slip away, especially over issues related to respect and financial disagreements. The fact that Galatasaray, with their relatively modest resources, was considered a viable option for Osimhen highlights serious questions about why Chelsea, one of the richest clubs globally, failed to finalize the deal.

For Chelsea, this represents a significant missed opportunity. Osimhen, known for his exceptional finishing, speed, and strength, would have been a transformative addition to Enzo Maresca’s squad, potentially solving their ongoing striker issues. His decision to walk away from the deal is likely to leave many fans frustrated, particularly in light of the details surrounding the negotiations.

As the situation settles, Chelsea’s inability to secure Osimhen might be a concern for them in the upcoming season, while the Nigerian striker remains one of the most coveted talents in European football. This episode has also sparked a broader discussion about the treatment of players during transfer negotiations, especially concerning issues of race and respect.