Roman Fabrizio: Osimhen heads to Galatasaray on loan
Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has reportedly agreed to join Turkish giants Galatasaray on a loan deal, marking a significant development in the summer transfer market. According to verified twitter source Fabrizio Roman on his X account Osimhen has negotiated key terms with his current club, Napoli, to facilitate the move. This comes after weeks of uncertainty of the footballers future after he failed to join Chelsea and was speculated to join a Saudi Arabian outfit. The 24-year-old forward is set to join Galatasaray on a loan that will run until June 2025, with his salary, estimated between €9 million and €10 million annually, to be fully covered by the Turkish club.
However, the deal includes specific clauses that could impact Osimhen’s future. Notably, the striker has requested that his release clause at Napoli be reduced from €130 million to €75 million. This change would make it easier for other top European clubs to secure his services in the future. Napoli has also secured an option to extend Osimhen’s contract until 2027, giving them some leverage in any future negotiations.
Crucially, the loan agreement does not include a buy option or obligation for Galatasaray, meaning Osimhen will return to Napoli at the end of his loan unless another deal is struck. Additionally, Osimhen has insisted on a break clause that would allow him to consider offers from top clubs in January 2024, providing him flexibility should an attractive opportunity arise.
This move to Galatasaray is seen as a pivotal step in Osimhen’s career, offering him the chance to gain more playing time and maintain his high profile in European football. What are your thoughts on this transfer?
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