Victor Osimhen’s stunning season with Galatasaray has sparked a bidding battle for the Nigerian striker, with both the Turkish champions and Saudi giants Al Hilal tabling lucrative offers for his signature.
Currently on loan from Napoli, Osimhen has lit up the Turkish Super Lig, registering a remarkable 37 goals and 8 assists in 41 appearances.
His lethal form in front of goal has not only made him a fan favourite in Istanbul but also a top priority for Galatasaray’s management, who are determined to make the 25-year-old’s stay permanent.
Sky Sports reports that Galatasaray have presented Osimhen with a four-year contract, including a €15 million annual salary in a bid to convince the forward to remain at the club.
However, the race to secure the striker’s services has taken a dramatic turn with the entrance of Al Hilal.
The Saudi Pro League club is said to have offered Osimhen a staggering €40 million per year—nearly triple Galatasaray’s proposal.
The Gulf side’s ambitious pursuit is part of a broader trend of attracting elite talent with eye-watering financial incentives.
Napoli, Osimhen’s parent club, is yet to publicly comment on the situation.
While the Serie A side has not disclosed its preferred course of action, the decision is likely to hinge on the size and structure of the transfer fee rather than salary packages alone.
Osimhen remains under contract in Naples until 2026, giving Napoli significant leverage in any negotiations.
With Galatasaray eager to retain a player who has transformed their attacking fortunes, and Al Hilal ready to flex their financial muscle, Osimhen finds himself at the centre of one of the summer’s most intriguing transfer sagas.
What remains to be seen is whether the forward’s preference will be guided by continuity in European football and Champions League exposure, or by the promise of financial security on an unprecedented scale.
As negotiations gather pace, both clubs are expected to intensify their efforts in the coming weeks.
Napoli, meanwhile, will be watching closely, knowing that Osimhen’s stock has never been higher.
🦁🔴🟡 Victor Osimhen (26/🇳🇬) has received two formal offers – from Galatasaray and Al Hilal.
Gala are prepared to pay a club-record salary of €15m net per year on a four-year deal and are ready to offer a transfer fee of €60–65m. Release clause at Napoli: €75m. 🇹🇷
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— Patrick Berger (@berger_pj) June 3, 2025
