Al Hilal explore Victor Osimhen move as Galatasaray set €65m asking price

Al Hilal have made enquiries about Victor Osimhen and are seriously considering a move for the Galatasaray striker this summer, but the Saudi Pro League club would have to pay €65m to secure his permanent transfer.

Galatasaray have set that figure as the fee required to release the Nigeria international, according to information reported by Africafoot and Sky Sport. The Turkish club would be prepared to consider selling Osimhen, but only if Al Hilal meet the valuation placed on his contract.

The financial demand represents the first significant hurdle for Al Hilal. Galatasaray only recently secured Osimhen on a permanent basis after his loan spell, and the club would expect to make a substantial profit from any immediate resale.

Although Galatasaray’s position appears clear, the outcome of the proposed transfer will depend largely on Osimhen himself. Al Hilal must persuade the striker that a move to the Saudi Pro League is the right next step in his career before negotiations with Galatasaray can progress.

The Saudi club is therefore working on a proposal capable of winning the forward’s approval. Even if Al Hilal are willing to pay the €65m requested by Galatasaray, the deal cannot be completed without the player’s consent.

Al Hilal are also attempting to create space in their squad for Osimhen. The club is working on the departure of Karim Benzema, with the intention of freeing a place for the Nigerian striker.

The plan is straightforward: Benzema would leave and Osimhen would arrive. However, Al Hilal must first resolve the situation involving Benzema and then convince Osimhen to join the club.

Osimhen has become the subject of another potentially major transfer after making his move to Galatasaray permanent. The €65m figure gives Al Hilal a clear indication of the investment required to sign the striker, while the player’s decision remains equally important.

The coming days could prove decisive. If Al Hilal can obtain Osimhen’s agreement and make room in their squad, discussions with Galatasaray may accelerate quickly. At present, the Turkish club’s asking price and the striker’s choice are the two key factors in determining whether the move can happen.

Galatasaray are also due to begin their Turkish league campaign shortly, with Corum FK the opponents in their opening match. The betting company 1xbet lists Galatasaray as strong favourites, offering odds of 1.15 for a home win. A draw is priced at 6.30, while a Corum FK victory is listed at 11.