Victor Osimhen is likely to go on loan unexpectedly due to delays in his transfer to Chelsea, while Arsenal is refusing to sell Leandro Trossard – according to reports.

Victor Osimhen, the 25-year-old striker, is rumored to be on the brink of a surprising loan move to Galatasaray as he seeks an exit from Napoli, according to the Mirror. Osimhen had failed to secure a transfer elsewhere during the summer, with Chelsea among the clubs showing interest in the Nigerian. Talks are reportedly underway for a move to the Turkish Super Lig side.

The Mirror states, “Despite being an option for both Chelsea and Saudi Pro League side Al-Ahli on transfer deadline day, Osimhen remained at Napoli when the window shut. The Blues were unable to come to an agreement on the forward’s salary, despite the Nigeria international making it clear that he wanted to leave southern Italy. Chelsea had hoped to establish a loan deal that would eventually lead to a permanent move by the end of the 2024/25 season. However, Osimhen has stayed with the Partenopei but has yet to feature in Serie A under Antonio Conte.”

In other news, Arsenal have rejected a late bid from Al-Ittihad to sign Leandro Trossard on a season-long loan, as reported by the Guardian. The Gunners have made it clear that they have no intentions of selling the Belgian forward. The Saudi Arabian club reportedly offered £4m for the loan, with an obligation to make the move permanent for around £25m. However, Arsenal swiftly turned down the proposal.

The Guardian adds, “The window in Saudi Arabia’s Pro League and several leagues in Europe closes on Monday, and Al-Ittihad hoped Trossard would join Moussa Diaby – who signed from Aston Villa for €60m – in their squad. Trossard started against his former club Brighton on Saturday, having scored the opening goal in Arsenal’s win over Villa as a substitute the previous week. His muted celebration hinted that he was not happy about being on the bench, and Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta praised Trossard’s response.”

Furthermore, West Ham is currently searching the free agent market for a new centre-back, according to the Standard. Former Liverpool defender Joel Matip is one of the players being considered, with discussions regarding a potential deal for the 33-year-old expected to continue this week. The Hammers are also looking at 31-year-old John Egan, who left Sheffield United over the summer.

The Standard adds, “West Ham allowed both Kurt Zouma and Nayef Aguerd to leave on loan last week, and new manager Julen Lopetegui is keen to further strengthen his backline, following the signings this summer of Max Kilman for £40m and Jean-Clair Todibo on loan with an option to sign him for £34.2m next summer.”