Chelsea’s season is raising alarm bells, and former Blues defender William Gallas believes the solution to the club’s goal-scoring problems could be found in one familiar name: Victor Osimhen. Despite Chelsea’s ambitious £90 million investment in Joao Pedro and Liam Delap last summer, the duo has struggled to deliver the cutting-edge impact the team desperately needs. For Gallas, Osimhen — now at Galatasaray — represents the proven firepower Chelsea have been missing.
The Blues’ recent run of form has been concerning. A sequence of four games without a victory, including two losses and two draws, has seen Chelsea slip to fifth in the Premier League, eight points behind early leaders Arsenal. Their Champions League campaign has also faltered following a disappointing defeat to Atalanta, highlighting the club’s current struggles in attack.
Gallas: Osimhen Could Take Chelsea to the Next Level
Victor Osimhen has long been linked with Chelsea, with the Nigerian forward heavily courted by Premier League clubs over the past two years. Chelsea came closest to securing his signature in the summer of 2024, with a deal appearing imminent before ultimately collapsing. Osimhen instead joined Galatasaray in a £65 million transfer.
Since then, Osimhen has continued to demonstrate his lethal scoring ability. During his loan spell last season, he netted an incredible 37 goals in 41 appearances, and this season he has already scored 11 goals, maintaining his status as one of Europe’s most feared forwards. Gallas believes Chelsea could greatly benefit from a player of Osimhen’s caliber.
“To be honest, Chelsea are missing one experienced player at the moment,” Gallas explained in an interview with OLBG. “For me, the player who could put Chelsea really on top is Victor Osimhen. I wanted to see him sign for Chelsea. Unfortunately, it didn’t happen, but my dream is to see him in blue because I believe his quality would suit the team perfectly.”
Gallas’ comments echo the frustration among Chelsea supporters, who see a lack of maturity, physical presence, and consistent finishing in the current strike options. Pedro and Delap have shown glimpses of potential, but neither has yet provided the leadership or goal-scoring reliability required at a top club.
Pedro and Delap Struggle to Find Their Feet
Joao Pedro arrived from Brighton with an impressive record of 30 goals in 70 games, hailed as one of the Premier League’s most promising young forwards. However, adapting to Chelsea’s system has proven challenging, and he has yet to make a decisive impact.
Delap, 22, has faced an even steeper learning curve. Despite prolific form at Ipswich, he has struggled with injuries, scored only once in the league, and appears to lack confidence. Gallas believes Delap must recapture the fearless approach that made him successful at his former club.
“He needs to take more risks,” Gallas said. “He must be the same player he was at Ipswich, where he scored freely and looked like he enjoyed his football. Moving to a big club brings more pressure, but he should stay true to his game and embrace that risk-taking mentality.”
Chelsea’s Midfield Woes Compound the Problem
Chelsea’s struggles are not limited to their forwards. Manager Enzo Maresca’s early tenure offered hope, with strong performances against Barcelona and a resilient draw with Arsenal. However, Moises Caicedo’s recent red card and subsequent suspension have disrupted Chelsea’s midfield structure, leading to a noticeable drop in rhythm and control. Since Caicedo’s absence, Chelsea have failed to win a single match, suffering defeats to Leeds and Bournemouth and falling behind Atalanta in the Champions League.
With just two goals scored in their last four games, Chelsea face mounting pressure as they prepare for a Premier League clash with an in-form Everton, who sit just one point behind them. The team’s pursuit of Champions League qualification remains uncertain, and Maresca’s tactical adjustments are under intense scrutiny.
Could Chelsea Rekindle Their Osimhen Pursuit?
Gallas’ remarks arrive at a critical moment. Osimhen continues to prove himself as one of the world’s elite strikers, offering precisely the combination of power, movement, experience, and finishing that Chelsea currently lack. Whether Chelsea attempt to bring him in during the January transfer window remains unclear. The club has traditionally been cautious in mid-season markets, but the mounting goal-scoring crisis could force a change in strategy.
If Chelsea are serious about returning to the summit of English football, a proven striker like Osimhen could be the catalyst they desperately need. For now, fans and pundits alike can only speculate whether Stamford Bridge will reignite their pursuit of the Nigerian sensation
