Tottenham Hotspur are determined to bolster their attacking lineup this summer, having identified several potential number nines.
Among their top targets now also includes Napoli’s prolific striker, Victor Osimhen.
According to Football Insider, Spurs are now closely monitoring the Nigerian international, even as their London rivals Chelsea are engaging in active negotiations for his signature.
Chelsea are reportedly discussing a cash-plus-player deal for the 25-year-old, which would involve Romelu Lukaku moving to Napoli.
In response, Tottenham are considering a similar approach, showing their willingness to include their own players in a swap deal to land Osimhen.
The report further adds that the Tottenham manager is ‘obsessed‘ about signing a new striker this summer.
Osimhen joined Napoli in 2020 for a record fee of €77.5 million. His tenure with the Italian side has been marked by significant achievements, particularly in the 2022-23 season.
Osimhen played a crucial role in helping Napoli clinch their first Serie A title in 33 years, and finished as the league’s top scorer with 26 goals. Despite a hamstring injury that sidelined him for several games last season, Osimhen demonstrated his prowess by netting 15 goals and providing three assists in 25 league appearances. Since joining the Italian giants, he has scored an incredible 76 goals & assisted another 18 in 133 appearances. (Transfermarkt)
His outstanding performances earned him a contract extension with Napoli until 2026, featuring a new release clause set at €130 million.
For Tottenham, signing Osimhen would be a major boost to their forward line, adding a proven goalscorer capable of making a significant impact.
However, given his recent contract extension, Spurs may need to make a substantial financial commitment.
With a massive release clause, securing Osimhen’s services will require negotiations and a significant investment, making it a difficult signing to pull off.