By Sport Analyst
Emmanuel Afonja
Victor Osimhen has not officially signed anywhere yet—but he’s edging closer to a move after a standout loan season at Galatasaray. Here’s the up-to-date picture:
Galatasaray Leading the Race
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Loan heroics: Osimhen netted 37 goals and 8 assists during his 2024–25 loan at Galatasaray, and eagerly wants to stay permanently
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Release clause in play: Galatasaray are prepared to pay the full €75 million clause (about €40m upfront, €35m in installments) per Napoli’s terms
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Hurdle from Napoli: Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis is demanding extra conditions—like a 20% future-sale fee and a three-year ban on selling Osimhen to Italian clubs—which Galatasaray are resisting
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FIFA now involved: Galatasaray are ready to escalate the matter to FIFA if Napoli doesn’t drop the additional demands, though they remain confident a deal is imminent
Other Clubs Hovering in the Background
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PSG interest resurfaced: Champions League winners are reportedly monitoring the situation, keeping contact via Luis Campos
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Premier League & Saudi clubs: Liverpool, Al‑Hilal, and others have registered interest, but direct negotiations are currently limited .
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No Chelsea move: Reports of a switch to Chelsea have been debunked; no concrete bid or negotiations are ongoing .
Summary: What’s Next?
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Finalizing Galatasaray deal – Awaiting Napoli’s acceptance of straightforward clause terms and withdrawal of extra conditions.
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Potential FIFA mediation – If negotiations stall, Galatasaray may pursue official intervention.
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PSG or Premier League shot? – Could emerge only if the Galatasaray deal collapses—but for now, they’re the frontrunners.
Bottom Line
Osimhen is very close to permanently joining Galatasaray, pending resolution of late-stage demands from Napoli. While PSG and Premier League clubs keep tabs, the Turkish giants remain the most likely destination—unless an unexpected shift occurs.
