Chelsea hold further talks with Victor Osimhen over wages as they look to secure signing of Napoli striker, with Benfica defender Tomas Araujo also under consideration

Chelsea held further talks with Napoli striker Victor Osimhen on Wednesday as they try to reach on agreement over the player’s wages.

The Blues are also considering Benfica centre-back Tomas Araujo in case of defensive sales, with Chelsea potentially set for a busy end to the transfer window.

Saudi Pro League club Al-Ahli submitted an initial bid of £55million for Osimhen, with the Blues linked with the Nigerian striker for much of the summer.

Chelsea’s preferred option regarding a deal for Osimhen is a loan with an obligation to buy, rather than an outright purchase.

Napoli and Osimhen have indicated that they may be willing to lower their demands so that a deal can go through before the end of the window.

Enzo Maresca’s side are eager to finalise a deal for Osimhen before the transfer deadline

The Blues are also considering a deal for 22-year-old Benfica centre-back Tomas Araujo

Nigeria international Osimhen has scored 76 goals in 133 appearances for Napoli.

Araujo, a product of Benfica’s academy, has represented Portugal at Under-21 level.

He has made 27 appearances for Benfica and previously had a loan spell at Gil Vicente.