Chelsea Target Summer Goal Machine – Blues Draw Up Striker Shortlist Amid Osimhen Snub
As Chelsea continue their quest to reclaim their spot at the top of English football, The Athletic has revealed the club’s latest move in the transfer market — and surprisingly, Victor Osimhen isn’t on the radar.
While reports have frequently linked the Napoli and Super Eagles star to Stamford Bridge, David Ornstein claims the club has instead zeroed in on a three-man shortlist: Liam Delap, Benjamin Sesko, and Hugo Ekitike.
⚽ Why The Blues Are Hunting New Firepower
It’s no secret — Chelsea’s biggest Achilles’ heel this season has been finishing. Despite Enzo Maresca’s promising tactics, the lack of a consistent goal scorer has cost the club crucial points. While Cole Palmer remains the top scorer with 14 goals, he’s currently on a 13-game goal drought — and that speaks volumes.
In contrast, Chelsea's striker targets have proven their worth:
🥅 Liam Delap – 12 goals
🔥 Benjamin Sesko – 20 goals
🚀 Hugo Ekitike – 21 goals
All young, energetic, and clinical in front of goal — the kind of players who could light up Stamford Bridge if given the right platform.
👀 OPINION: Should Chelsea Rethink Osimhen?
Let’s be real — the omission of Victor Osimhen, one of Europe’s most feared No.9s, from the shortlist raised eyebrows. Perhaps Chelsea are wary of Napoli’s price tag, or maybe they’re prioritizing future-focused signings over marquee deals.
Still, one could argue: “If you want to compete in the Champions League, you need Champions League-quality players.” Osimhen fits that bill. But so might a hungry, high-ceiling star like Sesko or Ekitike — if the Blues can mold them right.
🔄 Transfer Tug-of-War Incoming
It won’t be a walk in the park.
Manchester United are sniffing around Delap.
Arsenal are keen on Sesko.
Liverpool are circling Ekitike.
Chelsea fans will hope Todd Boehly’s board can act swiftly and decisively — before rivals swoop in.
📊 The Road Ahead
Chelsea currently sit fifth in the Premier League, keeping their Champions League qualification hopes alive. A proven finisher could be the missing puzzle piece for a side that’s shown flashes of brilliance — but often fizzled at the final moment.
The big question is: Will they get their striker early — or risk another season of what-ifs?
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