Victor Osimhen transfer to Chelsea is OFF as Napoli striker sees deal collapse at the last moment

According to Fabrice Hawkins, Osimhen's proposed move to Chelsea has fallen through. The Nigeria international had been linked with a move to Stamford Bridge on deadline day but the parties were unable to reach an agreement, leaving the 25-year-old in limbo. Hawkins adds that Osimhen will stay in Naples unless the Serie A club receive a "huge" bid for him from Saudi Arabia before Monday.

According to Sky Sports, Osimhen was asking for a wage package worth over £300,000-a-week. Chelsea were reportedly ready to continue talks with the striker but their approach went unanswered, leaving the Blues to consider the deal off.

Deadline day continues to be a busy one for Chelsea, with Enzo Maresca's side involved in deals featuring Raheem Sterling and Jadon Sancho. Sterling, made an outcast by the Blues, was chased by title-chasers Arsenal.

There must be a feeling of relief at Chelsea that the summer transfer window is finally over and Maresca can focus on the squad at his disposal. The Blues take on Crystal Palace on Sunday afternoon.