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Chelsea is trying to pursue Atletico Madrid’s ‘jewel’ worth €70M

Football — 08/06/2024

According to many sources, Chelsea is trying to pursue striker Samu Omorodion of Atletico Madrid.

Pan-Africa Football on X: "Napoli are looking at 20-year-old Atletico Madrid forward Samu Omorodion, who has been on loan at Alaves this season, as a possible replacement for Victor Osimhen. (Sky

Chelsea are struggling to find a top striker to upgrade their attack. Previous Blues targets including Victor Osimhen, Ivan Toney and Benjamin Sesko have all failed and exceeded the club’s spending.

Therefore, finding a young striker with great potential is the top priority of Chelsea’s Board of Directors. According to journalist Rahman Osman, the London club has begun to discuss more about striker Samu Omorodion of Atletico Madrid.

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Chelsea pursues Samu Omorodion – Photo: Internet

Samu Omorodion has had a relatively successful season on loan at La Liga club Alaves. The 20-year-old scored 8 goals and 1 assist in 34 matches.

Obviously, Samu Omorodion’s goal tally is not really impressive. However, the potential for development from the young star born in 2004 is huge, this player possesses a large body, is agile and handles well with both feet.

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According to journalist Nicolo Schira, the London club has offered Omorodion a salary of 2.5 million euros per season until the 2030/2031 season, with bonuses that could increase his income to 6 million euros per season.

 

However, Chelsea are facing a challenge regarding the transfer fee when Samu Omorodion’s home club Atletico Madrid wants to own at least 70 million euros for this deal.