English Premier League club Chelsea take decision on Nigeria eligible striker Samu Omorodion

• Samu Omorodion was heavily linked with a move to Chelsea, but reports have it that the Premier League club are no longer interested
• Chelsea reportedly offered €33 million plus €7 million in potential add-ons, but Spanish club Atletico Madrid refused to sell
• The striker acknowledged the role of Atletico in his career and said he would respect the decision of the club

English Premier League club Chelsea have put aside their pursuit of Nigeria-eligible striker Samu Omorodion this summer.

The Blues have enquired about the forward to bolster their squad ahead of the 2024/2025 season.

Having failed to lure Victor Osimhen to the Stamford Bridge, Chelsea turned their searchlight on Omorodion.

Chelsea have abandoned their pursuit of Samu Omorodion. Photo Credit: Juan Manuel Serrano Arce.
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The Atletico Madrid star, who was on loan at Alaves last season, was impressive, scoring eight goals.

It was gathered that the Blues offered €33 million plus €7 million in potential add-ons, but Atlético Madrid refused to sell.

The 20-year-old seems to be crucial to the club's future plans, and the player says he will respect his contract with the Mattress Makers.

Omorodion said via Marca:

“Other clubs want me? My focus is on Atlético.“I noticed that the people of Atletico supported me a lot. I also received a lot of support from the club; they told me to stay calm, that they trusted me.“That is very gratifying for a player."

Atlético Madrid, having acquired Omorodion for €6 million last season and loaned him to Alaves, where he has developed considerably, is committed to retaining the promising young international.

Omorodion has represented Spain at youth levels, but he is eligible to play for Nigeria at the senior level.

Why Real Madrid are avoiding Osimhen

Legit.ng earlier reported that Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti explained why the La Liga giants opted against signing Nigerian international Victor Osimhen.

The striker has been linked with Manchester United, Chelsea, Arsenal, and Paris Saint-Germain as rumours continue to make the rounds for over a month.

Ancelotti has stated that Real Madrid opted to sign Jude Bellingham instead of Osimhen as a suitable replacement for Karim Benzema.

Source: Legit.ng