He's netted an impressive 17 times in 22 appearances since his move to Turkey and is on track to equal his career-best tally of 31 goals, achieved during the 2022/23 season. A host of Premier League clubs, including Chelsea, who failed in their bid to sign him last summer, Arsenal, and Newcastle, are reportedly eyeing up a move for him.
The Gunners, keen to bolster their attacking options due to concerns over Kai Havertz's inconsistent form, had previously attempted to sign Osimhen back in 2016 but were unsuccessful. However, they may look to make amends for that missed opportunity with a renewed approach this year.
Interestingly, a move to Newcastle for Osimhen could also work in Arsenal's favour, as it might pave the way for long-term Gunners target Alexander Isak to leave St James' Park. Isak, 25, has been in scintillating form this season, bagging 19 goals in 27 games for the Magpies.
But Newcastle's hefty £150million valuation of the Swede could prove a stumbling block for Arsenal's hopes of bringing him to London. Osimhen, on the other hand, is reportedly on the market for £60m, with Napoli eager to part with the striker following their acquisition of Romelu Lukaku last summer.
The Nigerian spurned the Gunners nearly a decade ago, choosing Wolfsburg over them as a teenager because of their strong focus on player development. After dazzling in the 2015 FIFA U-17 World Cup, where he guided Nigeria to victory, Osimhen caught the attention of several top European clubs, including Arsenal, but ultimately picked Wolfsburg.
"It's true that a big team like Arsenal wanted me and I feel honoured to be invited over," Osimhen told the BBC in 2017. "But personally I feel Wolfsburg is a ladder for me to reach my professional goals.
"Yes Arsenal is a good team for young players but Wolfsburg is the best club for me. This the best place for me to learn and develop because my heart is here with Wolfsburg. The club's plan for my career is very encouraging and I believe with God on my side I can grow to become one of the best players in the world."
As per The Chronicle, Newcastle will consider Osimhen in the summer. While there has been no direct suggestion he'd be a replacement for Isak, his arrival would certainly arm Eddie Howe with additional offensive strength if the Sweden international were to exit.
Victor Osimhen celebrating
Victor Osimhen is being linked with a summer move to the Premier League
Arsenal, meanwhile, were heavily linked with Viktor Gyokeres and Benjamin Sesko during the January transfer window, as injuries to Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Jesus increased their need for attacking reinforcements. A last-minute offer for Ollie Watkins was also made, but Aston Villa quickly turned it down.
Mikel Arteta will now have to wait until at least the summer to secure a goalscorer, but judging by the options emerging, he won't be short on choices.
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