In a stunning turn of events, Napoli striker Victor Osimhen has given the green light for a transfer to Galatasaray.
The 25-year-old Nigerian forward is now on the verge of joining the Turkish giants on a loan deal, just days after it seemed he would not play football until January.
Galatasaray initiated talks with Napoli on Monday, and the negotiations progressed rapidly. With Napoli eager to offload the wantaway striker, they quickly accepted Galatasaray’s loan offer, which covers the majority of Osimhen’s substantial salary. Notably, the loan deal does not include an option or obligation to buy.
However, convincing Osimhen to join Galatasaray proved to be a significant challenge. Initially, he had his heart set on joining PSG and then Chelsea, but both deals fell through due to Napoli’s demands and disagreements over terms, respectively.
Now, it appears that Osimhen has agreed to join Galatasaray, with the transfer potentially being finalized as at Monday night . While some details still need to be ironed out, sources close to the deal express optimism that it will be completed.
Interestingly, Osimhen has requested a break clause for January, allowing him to join a more elite club if the opportunity arises. Meanwhile, he is also in talks with Napoli over a new contract, despite the reportedly fractured relationship between the two parties. Napoli aims to extend his contract until 2027 to protect his value, while Osimhen seeks to reduce his release clause from €130 million to €75m.
However, with Osimhen having already agreed to the Galatasaray transfer, the most challenging aspect of the deal seems to have been resolved. The move marks a surprising twist in the saga, and it remains to be seen how this development will impact Osimhen’s future in the world of football.
