Arsenal and Galatasaray have engaged in discussions regarding the availability of Victor Osimhen. These talks occurred amidst conversations concerning Galatasaray’s interest in Gabriel Martinelli and Ethan Nwaneri from Arsenal.
Reports indicate that Arsenal is open to receiving offers for Gabriel Martinelli and Ethan Nwaneri. The London club has also held discussions with Galatasaray about potentially selling various squad members to the Turkish side during the current transfer window. One report suggests that Galatasaray made a bid of £38.4 million for Gabriel Martinelli.
Osimhen’s name was reportedly brought up during these negotiations between Arsenal and Galatasaray. It remains unclear whether Arsenal or Galatasaray initiated the discussion about Osimhen.
Osimhen’s market interest
Separately, Al-Hilal reportedly made a verbal bid of €130 million for Victor Osimhen to Galatasaray. This offer was made by an intermediary on behalf of the 21-time champions of Saudi Arabia. However, Galatasaray has indicated that they are not willing to negotiate and have no intention of entering talks regarding this bid.
Al-Hilal’s interest in Osimhen is linked to the earlier departure of Marcos Leonardo, who joined Ajax for just under €20 million. Leonardo had been a significant player for Al-Hilal, scoring 48 goals and providing 5 assists in 82 official matches.
Osimhen officially became a Galatasaray player a year ago, following an initial loan spell from Napoli. Galatasaray signed him permanently for €75 million. The Nigeria international striker is under contract with Galatasaray until mid-2029.
Before the recent discussions involving Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur was linked with a potential move for Osimhen. One report suggests that an offer might be enough to persuade Galatasaray to sell the player. Osimhen has previously expressed a desire to play in the Premier League, stating that playing in one of the top five leagues is an amazing feeling.
During his time at Napoli, Osimhen was regularly linked with a move to Chelsea. He has stated his commitment to working hard to achieve his dream of playing in the Premier League someday, viewing it as a process.
Other transfer developments
In other transfer news, Nicolas Jackson is open to remaining at Chelsea and competing for his position under manager Xabi Alonso. Chelsea is reportedly prepared to sell Liam Delap, seeking a significant fee for the striker. PSV Eindhoven winger Couhaib Driouech was observed at Ibrox to watch Rangers and is anticipated to finalise his move.
Liverpool and Arsenal are heading to a tribunal after failing to agree on compensation for prospect Vincent Joseph, following his transfer to the London side. Additionally, central midfielder Xavier Parker has agreed to a new long-term contract with Manchester City, despite interest from Liverpool and Manchester United.
West Ham has banned half-and-half scarves from the London Stadium. Meanwhile, Bayer Leverkusen striker Christian Kofane has emerged as a potential option for clubs this summer. Julian Alvarez, an Atletico Madrid striker, is also a target for some clubs.
Osimhen recorded 22 goals and eight assists in 33 appearances across all competitions last season. He also notched seven goals and three assists in ten Champions League matches.
Source: skysports.com