Napoli won their first Serie A title in 33 years with Victor Osimhen scoring a crucial goal in the 1-1 draw against Udinese - with Chelsea and Manchester United both being linked with a move for the Nigerian striker

After Napoli won the Serie A title, the star player Victor Osimhen was questioned about his future and gave a resolute response. In 34 games this season, the Nigerian international has scored 27 goals and contributed five more assists. Chelsea and Manchester United are both interested in signing the 24-year-old this summer.

After their dismal goal-scoring performance in the Premier League this season, the Blues are in desperate need of a new striker heading into the following campaign. Chelsea is now wallowing in the bottom part of the table, nine points clear of the relegation zone, with just 31 goals scored in 33 games this season.

Todd Boehly is set to overhaul the senior squad with a number of players set to be sold as he looks to add world-class reinforcements in key positions after a nightmare 2022/23 campaign. United are said to be prioritising a move for Randal Kolo Muani ahead of Osimhen - handing Chelsea a huge boost in their pursuit of the Napoli striker. The Italian outfit are set to demand a fee in the region of £100million for Osimhen with his contract set to expire in 2025. The Nigerian has been one of the best finishers in Europe this season and has all the attributes needed to thrive in the Premier League given his height, pace and physicality. A report from Calciomercato stated that Boehly is willing to double Osimhen's current €4.5million (£3.9million) salary in order to beat United to his signature this summer. The Blues will be without European football next term, which may hamper their ability to convince Osimhen that a move to Stamford Bridge is the right decision - especially after a spectacular season with Napoli as they lifted the Serie A title.

Moments after Napoli won their first Serie A title in 33 years, Osimhen was asked about his future, to which he responded: "It’s not the right time to discuss my future.

"I just want to enjoy this incredible title. I can’t wait to return to Napoli and hug the fans - I’m so happy for them."

It's clear that Osimhen is not focusing on transfer rumours linking him with a move to Stamford Bridge this summer - but with the Serie A title now settled, it may not be long until more updates emerge regarding the Nigerian's future.

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