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January Transfer Window: Chelsea In Pursuit Of Osimhen, Toney, And Nusa
As the January transfer window approaches, all eyes are on Chelsea Football Club and their quest for a new striker. The club, under the leadership of Mauricio Pochettino, is determined to bolster their attacking options and enhance their performance for the rest of the season.
The need for a striker has been glaring, with Pochettino emphasizing the urgency to address their scoring issues. “We need to score if we want to win the game and be in a different position in the table,” said Pochettino after a recent match against Everton.
While the Blues are keen on securing a No.9, they’re not rushing into the market. Aware of the limitations in the January transfer window, Chelsea is prepared to bide their time and wait until summer if the right opportunity doesn’t present itself next month.
Victor Osimhen, highly sought after by Chelsea, seems less likely to move in January. Reports suggest he’s nearing a contract extension with Napoli, potentially including a release clause surpassing £100 million. Despite this, Chelsea remains interested, although any immediate deal appears improbable.
Another prominent target for the Blues is Ivan Toney, with discussions ongoing about a potential offer to Brentford in January. Toney, returning from an eight-month ban, has been a long-term interest for Chelsea, persisting even after Roman Abramovich’s era.
Antonio Nusa from Club Brugge has also surfaced as a possible addition. The 18-year-old Norwegian has impressed, but Chelsea’s interest in him isn’t intended to replace the pursuit of a prolific No.9.
Nicholas Jackson, signed for £30 million in the summer, has had a mixed spell at Stamford Bridge, garnering both praise and criticism.
Pochettino admires Jackson’s potential, yet there’s a growing consensus at Chelsea about the need to ease the reliance on the 22-year-old.
Moreover, Jackson is set to participate in the Africa Cup of Nations, potentially extending his absence from Chelsea’s lineup. Armando Broja, while featuring sporadically for the Blues, is still working towards his peak form following a significant knee injury.
With the transfer window looming, Chelsea’s pursuit of a new striker remains a focal point. Pochettino’s side is strategizing to address their attacking deficiencies, aiming to fortify their squad and elevate their performance in the second half of the season.
