English Premier League side Chelsea have given up their pursuit on Spanish player of Nigerian descent, Samuel Omorodion.
Chelsea had set their sights on Omorodion as an alternative to Victor Osimhen, who could bolster their attack owing to his physical ability and prowess.
Despite being offered €33 million plus €7 million in potential add-ons, Atlético Madrid refused to sell, seeing the 20-year-old as crucial to their future plans.
This has shut down his consistent pursuit by the Stamford Bridge outfit who are halting their chase for the forward, per Marca.
Omorodion, speaking to Marca, revealed his intention to respect his contract with the Mattress Makers, maintaining his stay at the Metropolitano Stadium.
Atlético Madrid, having acquired Omorodion for €6 million last season and loaned him to Alavés where he has developed considerably, are committed to retaining the promising young international.
Chelsea is now targeting experienced strikers Jonathan David from Lille and Karim Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund. These additions would enhance Chelsea’s offensive lineup, especially as they explore the possibility of loaning Marc Guiu to Sevilla.
