12.05.2026 22:40
Former Chelsea star Emmanuel Petit said that Galatasaray's Victor Osimhen should transfer to Chelsea. Petit said, "I think there has been a curse around the number 9 at Chelsea since Drogba. Osimhen has a big personality and character; he could be the one to break this curse."
Former Chelsea midfielder Emmanuel Petit has revealed the name of the player who can permanently solve the Blues' long-standing striker problem.
PETIT'S WORDS ON OSIMHEN
Petit argued that Nigerian star Victor Osimhen, who has amazed the world with his performances at Galatasaray, is the only player capable of inheriting the legacy of club legend Didier Drogba.
"OSIMHEN WILL BREAK THE CURSE"
Stating that a "curse" has formed around the number 9 position at Chelsea since Didier Drogba's departure, Petit emphasized that Osimhen has the character to change this unfortunate fate, saying, "I think there has been a curse around the number 9 at Chelsea since Drogba. The situation is different with Osimhen because this guy really has a great personality and character; he could be the one to break this curse."
"HE CAN DO VERY IMPORTANT THINGS"
Expressing that Osimhen will adapt perfectly to the English Premier League with his physical strength and fighting spirit, Petit stated, "I think Osimhen has many more seasons left to play at the highest level. That's why I think he can do very important things in the Premier League. I believe he has the character, personality, and background needed to play in the Premier League."