Former Nigerian midfielder, Mikel Obi, has suggested another striker that Chelsea can target amid their prolonged link to Galatasaray attacker, Victor Osimhen.
The Premier League club is set to face stiff competition, with several other top clubs also expressing interest in securing the services of the prolific striker
However, former midfielder, John Mikel Obi, has suggested a different forward who could be a valuable addition to the West London side instead of OsimhenFormer Super Eagles midfielder John Mikel Obi has recommended an alternative striker for Chelsea, should they fail to sign Victor Osimhen.
Nonetheless, amid the intense interest from rival clubs, Mikel has urged Chelsea to consider signing a different striker, one who can deliver goals on par with what Osimhen would bring to the team. Your Voice Matters! Free and Fast Voting for Briefly News Entertainment Award. Choose the best entertainer of 2024 in SAHe highlighted how, during his time at Stamford Bridge, Chelsea strengthened their forward line with high-profile signings like Fernando Torres and Nicolas Anelka, both of whom kept Didier Drogba on his toes. Mikel believes Gyokeres could provide similar competition to Nicholas Jackson.
"Definitely. For me, he is a Premier League player—someone who fits the league perfectly," Mikel said. "He has all the qualities you need to succeed: strength, size, pace, and, most importantly, a clinical eye for goal.""His goal ratio is better than any striker in Europe right now, and the stats speak for themselves. He's been incredible, and scoring three goals against Manchester City is no small feat.
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