Chelsea to consider January swoop for striker

Chelsea are likely to pursue a marquee striker when the transfer window reopens at the beginning of next year.

The Blues were desperate to sign Victor Osimhen from Napoli on transfer deadline day, but he refused to accept a pay-cut.

The Serie A outfit were open to sanctioning a temporary deal with an option to buy, but the striker refused to agree on terms.

Osimhen has since joined Galatasaray on loan, but there is a break clause in his contract that can be triggered in January.

It is unclear whether Chelsea will return for him, but reports claim that the Blues are determined to land a new marksman.

Nicolas Jackson is set to sign a new long-term contract with the Blues, but the club want a more reliable option up front next year.

The hierarchy are aiming to land a genuine goalscorer and they could be prepared to spend big during the winter transfer window.