Mikel Obi, the former Nigerian international, has strongly advised Chelsea not to hesitate in pursuing the signing of Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen for the upcoming season.
Speaking to TribalFootball, Mikel praised Osimhen for his goal-scoring prowess, emphasizing the critical need for a striker at Chelsea. He expressed his dissatisfaction with the current rebuilding efforts, deeming them less than impressive as the club struggles in midtable.
Mikel highlighted the importance of a prolific striker, drawing a comparison with Erling Haaland and stressing the necessity for someone capable of scoring goals within the box. He passionately asserted, “So that’s where we need a striker to score goals – to get in the f***ing box.”
In Mikel’s opinion, Osimhen fits the bill perfectly due to his goal-scoring abilities. While acknowledging that Osimhen may not be the most technically skilled player, Mikel emphasized the striker’s innate talent for finding the back of the net, asserting, “He’s not the most technical guy, but what he does is get you goals, and that’s what we really need, we need goals.”
Mikel expressed confidence in Osimhen’s potential, suggesting that he is at the level expected of a Chelsea player and predicting further improvement over time. What sets Osimhen apart, according to Mikel, is his clarity of purpose—he understands his role is to score goals and is focused on fulfilling that responsibility without unnecessary distractions.
In essence, Mikel’s advice to Chelsea is clear: Osimhen is the striker they need to bolster their goal-scoring capabilities, bringing not just technical skill but a proven ability to find the back of the net consistently.
