Jose Fonte’s remarks about Chelsea’s failure to sign Victor Osimhen highlight his belief that the Nigerian striker could have been a perfect fit for the Blues, comparing him to the legendary Didier Drogba. Despite Chelsea’s strong links to Osimhen since last summer, the club didn’t manage to secure his signature, and the striker ultimately moved to Galatasaray on a season-long loan from Napoli.
Fonte, who has had firsthand experience playing against Osimhen, emphasized the qualities that make the 25-year-old a potential star in the Premier League. He praised Osimhen’s combination of pace, power, technical ability, and physicality, suggesting that these traits could make him a dominant force in Chelsea’s attack, much like Drogba was. Fonte further pointed out that Osimhen’s aggressive and clever style of play would make him a handful for defenders in the Premier League.
Fonte also expressed his frustration that no Premier League club signed Osimhen, describing it as a missed opportunity. He believes that Osimhen’s impact in the Premier League would be immediate, adding that the striker’s qualities would be well-suited for English football, where his strength and speed could overwhelm defenders.
With Osimhen now at Galatasaray, Chelsea’s failure to bring him in seems to be a point of regret for Fonte, who is confident that the Nigerian striker will make a major impact once he eventually moves to the Premier League.
