Galatasaray has confirmed the signing of Victor Osimhen on a season-long loan from Napoli. The Turkish club will pay €6 million ($6.65 million) net for the services of the 25-year-old Nigeria international for the 2024-2025 season. The agreement between the clubs lasts until the end of June, giving Osimhen the opportunity to showcase his talent in the Turkish Super Lig.
Despite interest from top clubs like Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain, Osimhen opted for a move to Galatasaray for regular first-team football. Napoli had also accepted a lucrative offer from Al Ahli, but Osimhen was hesitant to leave European football, leading to his decision to join the Turkish side on loan. The Serie A club retains an option to extend his contract until 2027, showing their commitment to the talented forward.
During his time at Napoli, Osimhen has been a prolific goalscorer, netting 76 goals in 133 games for the club. He played a crucial role in Napoli’s Serie A title-winning campaign in 2022-23, scoring 26 goals to help the team lift the Scudetto for the first time since 1990. However, injuries hampered his performances in the 2023-24 season as Napoli finished 10th in the league standings.
Galatasaray, under the guidance of coach Okan Buruk, are aiming for success in the revamped Europa League this season. The Istanbul-based club has started the 2023-24 league campaign strongly, winning all three of their games. With Osimhen’s arrival, Galatasaray will be looking to strengthen their attacking options and compete for silverware both domestically and in Europe.
Overall, Osimhen’s loan move to Galatasaray presents an exciting opportunity for the talented forward to gain valuable playing time and rediscover his goalscoring form. The Nigerian international will be hoping to make a significant impact during his time in Turkey and help Galatasaray achieve their objectives in the coming season. With his skill and experience, Osimhen could prove to be a key player for the club as they aim for success on multiple fronts.