‘I was involved in getting Osimhen to Chelsea’ - Mikel opens up on Blues negotiation with Super Eagles star

Chelsea made it known that Osimhen was their top target, even though they were linked to a lot of other players throughout Europe during the summer.

The Blues made a last-ditch move for the Super Eagles striker on the England transfer deadline day.

However, they failed to agree a deal with the 2023 African Best Player, leading to a failed negotiation between both parties.

Following the Blues' failure to sign the Nigerian striker, Mikel shared his opinions on the Victor Osimhen transfer drama.

Mikel Obi told Obi One Podcast, “I mean, a lot happened, and I think it’s an open secret that I was involved in the deal. 

“I was involved in trying to make sure that I get Victor to Chelsea, yeah, a lot happened, it was very interesting, because I think I hear a lot of people saying this and saying that about Victor and how greedy he is and stuff like that. Blah, blah blah.

“I just want to say it here that I know the boy since from the very first day he joined the national team, yeah, my relationship with him has been very, very good.

Chelsea reportedly made Osimhen six or seven different offers as they attempted to reach an agreement with him right up until the very end of the transfer window.

While the Blues made it apparent they weren't willing to alter their compensation structure in order to accommodate the Nigerian, Osimhen made it very clear he wasn't willing to back down from his demands.

The failed transfer led to Osimhen moving to Turkish side for Galatasaray on a loan deal a few days later.

Meanwhile, Osimhen scored his first goal of the season in Nigeria’s 3-0 win over Benin Republic on Saturday.