Transfer Talk: Napoli and Chelsea mull Lukaku-Osimhen swap

TOP STORY: Lukaku and Osimhen to trade places?

Napoli and Chelsea are in talks over a swap deal involving Romelu Lukaku and Victor Osimhen, according to the Athletic.

It is reported that Napoli are keen to secure a permanent deal for Lukaku, with Chelsea ready to offload the Belgium international after a series of loan stints in Italy. A move to Napoli would see Lukaku work under new Gli Azzurri boss Antonio Conte again. The forward enjoyed a fruitful spell under the Italian previously when he spent time on loan at Internazionale.

However, regarding Osimhen, it looks likely that any proposed move to Chelsea would be a loan, with the option to make the move permanent at a later date. The Nigeria star has been linked with a move away from Naples and was recently left out of their squad for a friendly.

Alongside Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain have been heavily linked with Osimhen. Meanwhile, Football Insider have reported that Tottenham Hotspur are also keeping tabs on the 25-year-old.

- Aston Villa are interested in a deal for Crystal Palace forward Jean-Philippe Mateta, reveal the Express. It is reported that Mateta has a deal until 2026 at Selhurst Park and, while talks have taken place over an extension, there has been a failure to reach an agreement. Therefore, it is understood that Villa could make an approach as they look for potential replacements for Jhon Durán, who looks set for a switch to West Ham United.

- Fulham are set to return with a new approach for Manchester United midfielder Scott McTominay, reveals Football Insider. The report suggests that should Fulham secure a deal for the Scotland international, the Red Devils will look to finalise a move for a midfielder themselves. It is reported that United hold an interest in several midfielders, including Paris Saint-Germain's Manuel Ugarte and Real Sociedad's Martín Zubimendi.

- Fulham believe they can secure a deal for Fluminense midfielder Andre for €25m, reports Bruno Andrade. Whilst the Cottagers are confident with this valuation, the report reveals that the Brazilian outfit are still holding out for €30m to part ways with the 23-year-old. However, it is reported that Fulham believe that Fluminense will drop their asking price as the transfer window progresses.

- Free agent midfielder Adrien Rabiot has his sights set on a move to Manchester United, according to TeamTalk. The report reveals that whilst Liverpool and Chelsea have shown interest in the France international, he is keen to move to Old Trafford. Rabiot wants to secure one final large contract at a big club, and it seems that Manchester United will be the most willing club to offer this, with the Red Devils long-term admirers of the playmaker.