Chelsea Weigh Summer Striker Options – Osimhen Absent from Reported Shortlist

Chelsea are reportedly finalising a shortlist of potential striker signings ahead of the summer transfer window, as the club looks to resolve persistent finishing issues that have dogged their campaign.

While Nigerian forward Victor Osimhen has long been linked with a move to Stamford Bridge, his name was notably absent from a recent report by The Athletic’s David Ornstein. Instead, the club is said to be focusing on three emerging prospects: Liam Delap, Benjamin Šeško, and Hugo Ekitike.

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Šeško has been the most prolific of the trio this season, scoring 21 goals across competitions, followed closely by Ekitike with 20 and Delap with 12.

Enzo Maresca’s side will not have a clear path, with all three players attracting interest from Premier League rivals—Delap is said to be on Manchester United’s radar, while Šeško and Ekitike are being monitored by Arsenal and Liverpool respectively.