Saudi Arabian-based club Al-Ahli have reportedly signed Victor Osimhen for €80 million from Napoli. The 25-year-old was meant to join Chelsea on loan, but Al-Ahli swooped in with a big money move for him. Both the clubs have agreed to a deal for the Nigerian international, who is now booked for a medical by Al-Ahli.
It is important to note that Victor Osimhen is yet to say yes to the deal. For this specific reason, the London-based Chelsea have not given up on the idea of a long-term deal with Victor Osimhen on transfer deadline day.
For the unversed, the Blues were prepared to bring Victor Osihmen in with an obligation to buy from Napoli. However, Al-Ahli offered a four-year contract to the African Footballer of the Year 2023.
However, Osimhen is expected to sign a four-year contract with the Saudi Arabian club, earning approximately £33.6 million (€40 million) per season, or £646,154 per week, tax-free.
A release clause will be included in Osimhen’s contract with Al Ahli. The club has also arranged a medical for the player, who appears poised to reject a potential move to Chelsea.
