Mikel tips Arsenal or Man United as likely destinations for Osimhen after Chelsea-Delap deal
Former Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel believes Victor Osimhen is still eyeing a Premier League move this summer and considers Arsenal and Manchester United the most realistic landing spots for the Nigeria international.
Osimhen, 26, is expected to return to Napoli following a prolific loan stint at Galatasaray, where he scored 37 goals in 41 appearances.
However, his future in Naples remains uncertain, with reports suggesting he is not in new head coach Antonio Conte’s plans.
Galatasaray are pushing to retain him, while Al-Hilal have also shown interest in bringing him to Saudi Arabia.
Despite offers from abroad, Mikel insists Osimhen remains focused on a move to England.
“There’s still a door open for him in the Premier League,” Mikel told Metro. “Arsenal and Manchester United both need a striker. United can’t rely on Hojlund alone, he works hard but won’t get you top four or trophies.”
Mikel, who was keen to see Osimhen join Chelsea last year before the move collapsed, now sees the Blues as unlikely suitors with Liam Delap set to arrive.
Instead, he points to United, despite their lack of European football or Arsenal as viable destinations.
“He may consider sacrificing one season out of Europe if United sign other key players Amorim wants. But ideally, we want to see him in the Champions League, and Arsenal could offer that.”
Mikel confirmed he’s spoken directly with Osimhen but withheld details, only saying the striker is committed to joining a top European side to compete for the game’s biggest trophies.