The highly anticipated transfer of Victor Osimhen to Chelsea has fallen through, with the London club refusing to meet the Napoli striker's wage demands.

Osimhen, the current African best player and Napoli's goal talisman, had agreed to a weekly wage of £350,000, but Chelsea was only willing to offer £150,000.

"I'm disappointed but not surprised," Osimhen said. "I know my worth, and I won't settle for anything less. Chelsea's offer was not even close to what I'm currently earning at Napoli."

Osimhen's impressive performances in Serie A have made him a hot commodity in the transfer market, with several top clubs vying for his signature. However, Chelsea's unwillingness to meet his wage demands has seen the deal collapse.

"We were willing to pay top dollar for Osimhen, but £350,000 per week is excessive," said a Chelsea spokesperson. "We have other targets in mind, and we'll move on from this deal."

Osimhen's decision to stay at Napoli has sent a strong message to clubs interested in signing him. "I'm not desperate for a move," he said. "I'll only leave Napoli for a club that recognizes my value and is willing to pay what I'm worth."

The failed transfer has left Chelsea fans disappointed, but Osimhen's commitment to Napoli has delighted the Italian club's supporters.