⚽ Football Transfers Speculation, Odds and Predictions

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Source: https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1818648092968653154

After failing to get Julian Alvarez or Arthem Dovbyk, now Atletico has changed the direction of its target for a new striker and this time their choice fell on Alexander Sorloth from Villarreal. As is known, Atletico is still confused about finding a replacement for Alvaro Morata who has already left to join Milan and they must get a productive striker if they want to continue to secure full points in each match.

Alexander Sorloth is the right striker and last season he contributed 23 goals in the La Liga competition alone and placed him in 2nd place for top scorers and only 1 goal behind Arthem Dovbyk who scored 24 goals. No wonder Atletico is so interested in him and currently negotiations with Alexander Sorloth are underway. Let's see if Diego Simione succeeds in getting the player he is targeting.

[Palakka]

Osimhen, in my opinion, is a very good player for the Premier League. He was needed in this league where competition is at a high level and Chelsea will probably transfer him. He had a great season in Napoli, especially the season they became champions, he impressed everyone with his high-level play. I expect him to perform similarly in the Premier League, I hope I am not wrong.

Osimhen's agent responded to the numerous rumors that are written about the forward, he does not know about any exchanges or loans, he also reminded that his contract with Napoli has a buyout clause in the amount of 130 million, and called for an end to the publication of fake news. And if we take into account that the new season begins in two and a half weeks, it becomes clear that such late transfers are becoming less and less likely.

Napoli of course are good that they have prescribed for Osimhen such a big payoff, but 130 million for him could have been asked 2 years ago, when in the season 2022\2023 he scored 26 goals, but last season he could only score 16 goals and it was obvious that the player with a difficult character, which should also be taken into account. I think Chelsea are right to get rid of Lukaku and include him in the deal, but selling one capricious player (Lukaku) and buying another capricious player (Osimhen) is not a good idea, especially in the market now after Euro 2024 there are more interesting players like Alvarez or Olmo.

Osimhen agent has confirmed that rumors about the loan are a hoax and he has denied that there are any discussions with Chelsea regarding the loan option at this time, Osimhen also reportedly refuses that any team that wants to sign him will pay a salary less than what he currently earns at Napoli, according to I think the speculation that continues to occur will continue to create a lot of confusion for all of us, so I think it's better for us to wait for new news and any information that appears from Napoli or Osimhen social media at this time rather than referring to sports article sources that are not trusted at all, for now It is very likely that Osimhen will stay at Napoli even though that is not his wish, because so far several teams that want to recruit him has stated that they refuse to pay 120 million euros, in my opinion it is very likely that we will see him leave next winter if Napoli changes of their mind with the prices they have set so far.

[Mr.right85]

And actually, to be more precise, Chelsea in this transfer market has brought in 4 new goalkeepers. And last season Chelsea had 3 goalkeepers. In fact, if you look at the total number of players that Chelsea currently has and see their position in the team, you will definitely be amazed.

Looks like two or three keepers are registered for youth development purpose, I doubt they plan on using those U-21 keepers as a second or even third-choice to pursue the Premier League/other titles. I guess you can argue that in the end they'll need 3 professional keepers at the level of Sanchez to make the team competitive. Not really a strange thing to do, unless they have some big brain plan that we don't understand what's the end goal is. CMIIW.

With the way Chelsea are moving in this transfer market, somebody has to stop them. Chelsea have signed like 30 players in the last 2 years. I don’t know how they are still able to sign players. And it’s not small money they are paying, £15 upwards. I don’t really understand their plans for the season because they have not brought in noticeable names that will put them in a position to challenge for the title.
These young players they’re recruiting will not elevate. They need some experience figures in that team.
Bringing in so many Goalkeepers that they won’t use is not the way for this team. Maybe the Management have a plan, so I’ll relax and watch how these signings play out .

[asriloni]

Even loan is an option for Osimhen as it seems. Because some sources like the one I shared below say that a loan deal with Chelsea is possible in case of sending Lukaku to Napoli.

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5648308/2024/07/30/romelu-lukaku-napoli-transfer-chelsea-osimhen/?redirected=1

An option to buy could also be added to this possible deal. However I doubt they would agree on that option.    Because Napoli's fee demand has been really high. We are talking about an amount like 130 million euros in the end. I don't think Chelsea would like to add that as a condition. Even if they do, they wouldn't make it mandatory.

I understand Napoli chairman wants to make as much money as possible from Osimhen deal but I don't know whether they can find a team to pay that much.

I'm sorry about this, but Calenda (Osimhen's agent) has confirmed that he denies a loan move for Osimhen. Even if there will be a buy clause option, I strongly believe this will not happen. I'd like to call that fake news. I knew this fake news was coming from D. Ornstein, and Calenda, as Osimhen's agent, has denied it.



Romano's report on Osimhen's agent's statement confirmed that the rumor was not true.

[mamesso]

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Napoli is still as usual selfish and wants Osimhen release clause at a high price. This is the only biggest obstacle why Osimhen is difficult to leave and he is no longer a top priority in the squad. In my opinion, if there is no solution taken from both parties, especially Napoli then Osimhen career will be destroyed. Chelsea position is correct and still does not meet the price, it all depends on Napoli and now Osimhen fate is really on the edge of uncertainty. Imagine the player who Napoli was proud of last season now has to become Osimhen biggest enemy. Napoli still wants to benefit, and will the Saudi Arabian club finally come as a mediator to satisfy Napoli's wishes?

If Napoli still want Osimhen release clause at a high price, it means Napoli have made it difficult for Osimhen to move to another club. This situation will be very detrimental to Napoli if they fail to finish in a better position and Osimhen performance continues to decline, his price will also drop drastically. Another worst possibility is that Osimhen will rebel against Napoli in his own way, he will no longer play as usual because he feels that Napoli has made him fail to go to another club.

Now Osimhen seems to be locked up by Napoli, he is really in an unfavorable position. Offers from Chelsea and PSG would give Napoli a large amount of funds to recruit other players, but they are still waiting for a higher offer. If Napoli accepts the offer from the Saudi Arabian Club, then Osimhen's future will be even more bleak and Napoli has ruined Osimhen's career.

[Josefjix]

Osimhen, in my opinion, is a very good player for the Premier League. He was needed in this league where competition is at a high level and Chelsea will probably transfer him. He had a great season in Napoli, especially the season they became champions, he impressed everyone with his high-level play. I expect him to perform similarly in the Premier League, I hope I am not wrong.

The Nigeria international have basic necessities to meet up, always having priorities to meet up. He’s ready for top challenges and always taking into his spectacular stats. Victor Osimhen could be promising with Napoli but playing for the English Premier League have always been his dream,can he actually make it come through. Chelsea is elite club, they’re forcing actions towards promising players.

[EL MOHA]

Napoli of course are good that they have prescribed for Osimhen such a big payoff, but 130 million for him could have been asked 2 years ago, when in the season 2022\2023 he scored 26 goals, but last season he could only score 16 goals and it was obvious that the player with a difficult character, which should also be taken into account. I think Chelsea are right to get rid of Lukaku and include him in the deal, but selling one capricious player (Lukaku) and buying another capricious player (Osimhen) is not a good idea, especially in the market now after Euro 2024 there are more interesting players like Alvarez or Olmo.

I don’t know on what basis that you place your analysis but i will disagree about it being Osimhen having same problem as Lukaku, first of all Lukaku lack of goals doesn’t have anything to do with him being a bad player but rather he was never given a chance to play at Chelsea, they have been looking for a way to offload him since his return due to falling out with them. That aside Osimhen is an excellent player, had problems internally last season, aside that missed a lot of matches due to Injury and the African Cup of nations which he still got 16 goals at the end.

Now bringing both Alvarez and Olmo Into this debate is not right because this are totally different players with different game  styles, Olmo to start with is never a center forward, Alvarez is a striker but not those build to play the lone striker position and is similar to Chelsea’s Jackson style of play, although he plays better. Osimhen is that towering figure that Chelsea needs at that front at the moment. The only thing is that Napoli are asking for just too much money now for a player they wish to offload.

And actually, to be more precise, Chelsea in this transfer market has brought in 4 new goalkeepers. And last season Chelsea had 3 goalkeepers. In fact, if you look at the total number of players that Chelsea currently has and see their position in the team, you will definitely be amazed.

They are just young goalkeepers, that I don’t see making any appearances in the first team this season expect a heavy injury hits the team, although I agree with you that Chelsea definitely doesn’t need this new goalkeepers except there are saying that they will sell off some most especially with the coming back of Kepa Arizabalaga from his loan spell. But right now it just too much to have all keepers as first team players, definitely some will fight for a loan move away from the club for more game time.

[Cryptmuster]

Napoli of course are good that they have prescribed for Osimhen such a big payoff, but 130 million for him could have been asked 2 years ago, when in the season 2022\2023 he scored 26 goals, but last season he could only score 16 goals and it was obvious that the player with a difficult character, which should also be taken into account. I think Chelsea are right to get rid of Lukaku and include him in the deal, but selling one capricious player (Lukaku) and buying another capricious player (Osimhen) is not a good idea, especially in the market now after Euro 2024 there are more interesting players like Alvarez or Olmo.

I think Chelsea are interested in Osimhen mostly because they have the opportunity to get rid of Lukaku, who they definitely don't need. Maybe they are both a bit capricious, but there is one very significant factor between them, it is a big age difference (7 years if I am not mistaken), so it is obvious that for Chelsea it could be a very profitable deal, if it could happen. The strange thing is that Lukaku is so valued by Conte, apparently when the coach and the player find a common language, the results become better, as it was with Osimhen and Spalletti.

[Ndabagi01]

it was only a question of time and all this would have come true now that oshimen will leave napoli and go to chelsea there will be a radical change for the team I would have expected many teams like city among many but never chelsea in any case it is a great coup for them and now they can finally grab Lukaku and bring him to Napoli regarding Oshimen I think he's perfect for the premier league and I can't wait to see him play there

Not settling for a loan to Chelsea for Osimhen is the best thing that the agent should fight for. I don’t also fancy that he joins Chelsea as a loan player. Let them do the swap deal do that they can dispose off Lukaku as they want and bring in Osimhen that will do better and last longer in the club than Lukaku will if he’s retained for another year. Both players are good both when we talk about how long the players can play for the club and add a lot of impact to the success of the game is very important more. I don’t know why a player like him is taking too long for a club to sign him, is it because of his poor performance last season? They should at least see the better part of him and his capability if given a chance to play for a team.

[Amphenomenon]

Osimhen agent has confirmed that rumors about the loan are a hoax and he has denied that there are any discussions with Chelsea regarding the loan option at this time, Osimhen also reportedly refuses that any team that wants to sign him will pay a salary less than what he currently earns at Napoli, according to I think the speculation that continues to occur will continue to create a lot of confusion for all of us, so I think it's better for us to wait for new news and any information that appears from Napoli or Osimhen social media at this time rather than referring to sports article sources that are not trusted at all, for now It is very likely that Osimhen will stay at Napoli even though that is not his wish, because so far several teams that want to recruit him has stated that they refuse to pay 120 million euros, in my opinion it is very likely that we will see him leave next winter if Napoli changes of their mind with the prices they have set so far.

I think if Napoli really want to sell Osimhen as it stands now is to reduce his fee for PSG to sign him, since I think PSG is ready to him the salary he earns at Napoli while if Chelsea wants him then they have to be ready to meet his salary demands and Napoli offer.

Though both Chelsea and Napoli is in somehow in a tight spot since both team are trying to offload a striker to get who they want while a swap deal would make everything easier since Lukaku wants Napoli while Osimhen might choose Chelsea if they meet his wage demands.

[Slow death]

Even loan is an option for Osimhen as it seems. Because some sources like the one I shared below say that a loan deal with Chelsea is possible in case of sending Lukaku to Napoli.

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5648308/2024/07/30/romelu-lukaku-napoli-transfer-chelsea-osimhen/?redirected=1

An option to buy could also be added to this possible deal. However I doubt they would agree on that option.    Because Napoli's fee demand has been really high. We are talking about an amount like 130 million euros in the end. I don't think Chelsea would like to add that as a condition. Even if they do, they wouldn't make it mandatory.

I understand Napoli chairman wants to make as much money as possible from Osimhen deal but I don't know whether they can find a team to pay that much.

Osimhen's agent has already denied this rumor, looking at the demands that Napoli is making, it would be nonsense to think that Napoli would accept Osimhen being loaned out, another thing that I can't understand is why Osimhen doesn't forget about this issue about changing teams and focus on performing well at Napoli, because in my opinion it seems to me that Osimhen wants to leave Napoli because he realized that Napoli won't play in the European Champions League next season and they run a high risk of not playing in the Champions League in the other seasons to come

But he needs to be aware that if there aren't many big teams interested in him and because he still needs to improve and show that he is a player of a much higher level, if PSG or any other team saw in Osimhen a talent like Mbappe, then they wouldn't hesitate to pay any amount to have Osimhen. See this news:

Paris Saint-Germain agree deal to sign João Neves from Benfica 🔴🔵🇵🇹

Plan confirmed as verbal agreement was imminent and now being signed between clubs, this week as planned.

Benfica will receive €60m fixed fee, €10m add-ons and Renato Sanches to return to Benfica on one year loan.

João travels to Paris, signs long term deal this week as Luis Campos presented the project and Neves said yes weeks ago also tempted by Luis Enrique’s plan/ideas.

source: https://www.instagram.com/p/C-F4SDXoj3-/

with that amount of money that PSG spent, if they hadn't spent it and increased the value, they could have easily bought Osimhen, this means that PSG didn't buy Osimhen because they don't see him as a super player, but rather a normal player and Napoli is deluding themselves by placing high values

[coinlocket$]

Brighton sold for 7m€ Pascal Gross to Borussia Dortmund.
Chelsea want to sell Romelu Lukaku permanently joining Napoli but for doing so Victor Osimhen must be sold 1st
Lukaku has already accepted a salary cut for joining Napoli.
Chelsea and Aston Villa are in a race for Maximilian Beier.
Monza's is talking for Keylor Navas but the deal can collapse.

Source BBC

[Adams0001]

Osimhen agent has confirmed that rumors about the loan are a hoax and he has denied that there are any discussions with Chelsea regarding the loan option at this time, Osimhen also reportedly refuses that any team that wants to sign him will pay a salary less than what he currently earns at Napoli, according to I think the speculation that continues to occur will continue to create a lot of confusion for all of us, so I think it's better for us to wait for new news and any information that appears from Napoli or Osimhen social media at this time rather than referring to sports article sources that are not trusted at all, for now It is very likely that Osimhen will stay at Napoli even though that is not his wish, because so far several teams that want to recruit him has stated that they refuse to pay 120 million euros, in my opinion it is very likely that we will see him leave next winter if Napoli changes of their mind with the prices they have set so far.

I think if Napoli really want to sell Osimhen as it stands now is to reduce his fee for PSG to sign him, since I think PSG is ready to him the salary he earns at Napoli while if Chelsea wants him then they have to be ready to meet his salary demands and Napoli offer.

Though both Chelsea and Napoli is in somehow in a tight spot since both team are trying to offload a striker to get who they want while a swap deal would make everything easier since Lukaku wants Napoli while Osimhen might choose Chelsea if they meet his wage demands.

I believe Napoli does not want Osimhen to leave the club, which is why they are asking for such a big fee, and all of the top clubs will be hesitant to pay such a high fee for such a player since they are unsure whether he would help them or not in the team. PSG are not interested in Osimhen, which is why when they offer him a high fee, he logs out and looks for another striker. Only Saudi Arabia can pay such a fee because they are wealthy and can buy any player that comes their way, and I am confident Osimhen will not want to join the club because he wants to play in Europe and perform well.But since they are trying to buy Lukaku to Napoli, I think they will reduce his fees and sell him because if Lukaku comes to Napoli, I don't think Osimhen will enjoy playing in the team anymore because they won't be putting him in games like before, so the best decision is that they should reduce his fees and move to Chelsea because I am sure he will help the club very well, Chelsea don't have a good finisher in the club, but when they get the opportunity to buy Osimhen, they will Chelsea's coach should do everything necessary to transfer the player to the squad, and we'll see how he ends up or what Chelsea gets the chance and get him, but lukaku need to move to Napoli first before they can make there decision.

[fullhdpixel]

According to reports, Napoli is offering Victor Osimhen on loan in exchange for a permanent deal for Romelu Lukaku. The deal might be for one year with a clause for a permanent deal if Chelsea qualifies for the Champions League. Lukaku's wage is about £325,000 a week and Chelsea will be willing to offload him. The Belgian international has already accepted to take a pay cut in Napoli and a three-year contract.

The problem now is the willingness of Victor to move to London after he has had an agreement with PSG. He would prefer to move to France since they will be playing in the UCL. But if PSG is not coming up with a convincing deal, the Nigerian might have to take any contract he gets from any club in Europe. Chelsea's performance in the preseason has shown that they need to have a natural striker.

Currently as things are going into this transfer we are having one problem Victor Osimhen who is not interested to join Chelsea because they are having no spot in Champions League with Napoli president is not letting him for going from his desired amount which is huge €120 million few weeks back we have two offers for Victor Osimhen both were nearly €100 million, but both were rejected.

Romeo Lukaku is ready for doing all because he needs to go Napoli and team up with Antonio Conte, but sadly problem is Nigerian star so most chances things will be not settled easily PSG is also interested, but they are also not going to give amount which is asked by Napoli.

Usually we all know in these situations it's never been easy to end this deadlock because currently no party is going to give any soft corner, so things could be going to take time even we can have ended this all before one or two days before this transfer window closed.

[Sakanwa]

Arsenal and Liverpool will be going head to head by 1:30am in a preseason encounter that will have an impact on what the team might look like in the premier league next season when they face big teams.
These kind of test are necessary for teams and for clubs who want to do well in a new season.
As for Arsenal,They have added Calafiori to their squad,and also,their stop stopper which they signed on loan last season,known as David Raya has made his move permanent as an Àrsenal player.Where as, Liverpool are also prepared to face the gunners,and are hoping to get a result from that game.Lets wait to see how the outcome will look like.

[ajiz138]

Even loan is an option for Osimhen as it seems. Because some sources like the one I shared below say that a loan deal with Chelsea is possible in case of sending Lukaku to Napoli.

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5648308/2024/07/30/romelu-lukaku-napoli-transfer-chelsea-osimhen/?redirected=1

An option to buy could also be added to this possible deal. However I doubt they would agree on that option.    Because Napoli's fee demand has been really high. We are talking about an amount like 130 million euros in the end. I don't think Chelsea would like to add that as a condition. Even if they do, they wouldn't make it mandatory.

I understand Napoli chairman wants to make as much money as possible from Osimhen deal but I don't know whether they can find a team to pay that much.

A player of Osimhen's class on loan and in exchange for Lukaku? Ah I think he is getting closer to PSG but PSG will get closer to Nico Williams the news.
I know Osimhen's clause is quite big so it's hard for other clubs who will sign him imagine 130M while Osimhen's performance was not so impressive even better when he was still under Spalletti.
Suppose if Osimhen is loaned to Chelsea and there he performs better then maybe Chelsea will pay the clause, they usually pay expensive players.

[Sim_card]

Brighton sold for 7m€ Pascal Gross to Borussia Dortmund.
Chelsea want to sell Romelu Lukaku permanently joining Napoli but for doing so Victor Osimhen must be sold 1st
Lukaku has already accepted a salary cut for joining Napoli.
Chelsea and Aston Villa are in a race for Maximilian Beier.
Monza's is talking for Keylor Navas but the deal can collapse.

Source BBC

I don't know why Napoli is still not serious with selling Osimhen and they are promising Lukaku that they will buy him because he has already accepted how much he would be receiving. Let it not be that Napoli will render Lukaku clubless next season because I don't know if he will still be in Roma since Napoli has not shown any interest till they sell Osimhen. Napoli are just confused and do not know what they want or they are not getting their decisions right.

[Oluwa-btc]

Even loan is an option for Osimhen as it seems. Because some sources like the one I shared below say that a loan deal with Chelsea is possible in case of sending Lukaku to Napoli.

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5648308/2024/07/30/romelu-lukaku-napoli-transfer-chelsea-osimhen/?redirected=1

An option to buy could also be added to this possible deal. However I doubt they would agree on that option.    Because Napoli's fee demand has been really high. We are talking about an amount like 130 million euros in the end. I don't think Chelsea would like to add that as a condition. Even if they do, they wouldn't make it mandatory.

I understand Napoli chairman wants to make as much money as possible from Osimhen deal but I don't know whether they can find a team to pay that much.

Not even Paris Saint Germany with all the money they have are eager to pay such fee for Victor Oshime. He is worth 80m euros but not the 130m euros Napoli had splashed on him for real.

A loan deal would be great, I will love that honestly, he needs to leave Napoli otherwise, they'll be on the losing side. I hope they're doing whatever they're doing smartly.

Finally, I would want to see him in the Premier League Competition. People are asking if he would fit Into the managers style of play. Well, yea is what I'll say. He us a great player and will work perfectly well for any good coach, he is indeed a modern day striker and squad player. Arsenal recently has joined the deal for him. They need to bring in a top quality striker.

[rahmad2nd]

I believe Napoli does not want Osimhen to leave the club, which is why they are asking for such a big fee, and all of the top clubs will be hesitant to pay such a high fee for such a player since they are unsure whether he would help them or not in the team. PSG are not interested in Osimhen, which is why when they offer him a high fee, he logs out and looks for another striker. Only Saudi Arabia can pay such a fee because they are wealthy and can buy any player that comes their way, and I am confident Osimhen will not want to join the club because he wants to play in Europe and perform well.But since they are trying to buy Lukaku to Napoli, I think they will reduce his fees and sell him because if Lukaku comes to Napoli, I don't think Osimhen will enjoy playing in the team anymore because they won't be putting him in games like before, so the best decision is that they should reduce his fees and move to Chelsea because I am sure he will help the club very well, Chelsea don't have a good finisher in the club, but when they get the opportunity to buy Osimhen, they will Chelsea's coach should do everything necessary to transfer the player to the squad, and we'll see how he ends up or what Chelsea gets the chance and get him, but lukaku need to move to Napoli first before they can make there decision.

We can assume according to the rumors and our own point of view, but keeping Osimhen is not the best move if the player really wants to leave. Napoli could do it as you said, but it is not certain that he will perform optimally if he stays at Napoli. besides, Osimhen's contract ends in June 2026, which means that the closer to the end of the contract, his release clause will decrease. well, actually I don't know much about Osimhen's contract, but if anyone knows more, they can provide a more detailed picture. as for Osimhen's performance, I have no doubt that he can adapt to any league he plays in. in this context, playing with a big club. Osimhen is a player who has unquestionable abilities and talents, his performance declined due to injury and the Napoli coach at that time. and actually many teams want Osimhen, he is a productive center striker in scoring goals. it's just that, the price that Napoli wants for this player is so fantastic. so, clubs will try to find other options.

As for PSG, they are currently taking a good first step. not all players they target are paid according to the wishes of the club that releases them, as PSG did to Osimhen. the proposal was rejected, PSG did not insist on forcing Osimhen to come. in fact they tend to wait, while looking for other alternatives. the latest report from Fabrizio Romano, Napoli is open to involving Osimhen in talks with Chelsea. no loan, "no mandatory clause". but in the report, PSG is still linked with Osimhen. because, Osimhen had previously said yes to PSG. Napoli's position is not in a profitable situation, because they also need funds to bring in new arrivals. if Conte is adamant with Lukaku, then his choice is to release Osimhen and lower his transfer price.

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I don't know why Napoli is still not serious with selling Osimhen and they are promising Lukaku that they will buy him because he has already accepted how much he would be receiving. Let it not be that Napoli will render Lukaku clubless next season because I don't know if he will still be in Roma since Napoli has not shown any interest till they sell Osimhen. Napoli are just confused and do not know what they want or they are not getting their decisions right.

Napoli are just waiting until the club can pay the clause for Osimhen if not then Napoli do not want to sell the Nigerian player at a cheap price, which is heavy in my opinion the clause was activated then other clubs will have difficulty.

Lukaku is of interest to Conte because he wants him so Napoli could try to get by any means but other news says this will be exchanged or loaned from Chelsea including Osimhen himself.
I think Napoli will wait for other teams to accept offers for Osimhen if there is no then it is likely that the method will be done by loaning it.