Chelsea have been exceptional in the 2024/25 Premier League season under manager Enzo Maresca, with their attacking prowess playing a key role in their success. The Blues have scored 37 goals, the second-highest in the league, just behind Tottenham Hotspur’s 39. Additionally, they’ve created the second-most big chances, with 61, only behind Liverpool, who have 71.
As the January transfer window approaches, it appears Maresca is keen to strengthen his squad further, particularly in attack, with Chelsea being linked to a new striker.
Chelsea Could Sign Victor Osimhen in January
With rumors swirling around the January transfer window, Nigeria international Victor Osimhen is once again linked with a move to Chelsea. Currently on loan at Galatasaray from Napoli, the 25-year-old has been in stellar form this season. According to reports, Chelsea are one of the clubs keen to activate his release clause, which stands at around £62m. However, they face competition from Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain for his signature.
Despite being on loan in Turkey, Osimhen has a break clause in his contract, allowing him to leave and sign permanently for a new club if his release clause is met.
Osimhen’s Impact and Comparison to Nicolas Jackson
If Chelsea were to secure Osimhen’s signing, it would add another powerful weapon to their already potent attack. The striker has been outstanding for Galatasaray this season, scoring 12 goals in 15 games across all competitions. His record at Napoli is equally impressive, with 76 goals and 18 assists in 133 appearances. During Napoli’s 2022/23 Scudetto-winning season, Osimhen netted 31 goals in 39 games.
Currently, Chelsea’s first-choice striker, Nicolas Jackson, has been excellent under Maresca, scoring 9 goals and assisting 3 in 16 Premier League appearances this season. Jackson’s consistency has been notable, never going more than two games without scoring in the league. One of his standout performances came against West Ham, where he scored twice and assisted Cole Palmer in a 3-0 win.
Shooting Stats Comparison
Looking at their shooting stats this season:
- Osimhen averages 1.07 goals per game, with 41.2% of his shots on target and 0.33 goals per shot on target.
- Jackson averages 0.64 goals per game, with 52.3% of his shots on target and 0.39 goals per shot on target.
While Osimhen is more prolific in terms of goals per game, Jackson has a slightly higher accuracy with shots on target, and both players are highly effective in front of goal.
Why Signing Osimhen Would Be a Smart Move
Signing Osimhen would give Chelsea excellent depth in their attacking options, providing fierce competition for Jackson.
This could elevate Jackson’s game and give Maresca more tactical flexibility, with the ability to play one or both strikers in different formations. While £62m is a significant investment, Osimhen’s quality and potential impact make it a worthwhile expenditure for Chelsea in their pursuit of continued success.
