Arsenal have opened talks with Galatasaray over a potential move for Victor Osimhen as the Premier League champions search for a new attacking option.
Transfer developments
- The London club turned to Osimhen after failing to secure their original target, Julian Alvarez, from Atletico Madrid.
- The Nigeria striker’s substantial wages remain a major obstacle to any transfer to England.
- Galatasaray have already rejected a €130 million proposal from Al Hilal, an offer significantly above Arsenal’s expected spending limit.
- A deal involving both a player and an additional cash payment has also emerged as a possible solution.
Osimhen keeps future open
Amid the ongoing Premier League speculation, Osimhen has declined to confirm whether he intends to remain with Galatasaray.
The forward spoke after scoring twice in Galatasaray’s 2-2 draw against newly promoted Çorum FK in their opening Turkish Super Lig match.
His brace was not enough to secure victory, with the champions forced to settle for a draw and two points dropped.
When questioned about the transfer interest, Osimhen redirected attention to his displays on the pitch rather than pledging his future to the Istanbul club.
