Galatasaray has a plan to keep Victor Osimhen

Victor Osimhen, the Nigerian star striker, has joined Galatasaray. Although the Turkish club has a great history, many expected Osimhen to sign for one of the big European clubs. However, despite this loan move, Galatasaray does not despair of keeping him for longer.

A surprising transfer during the 2024 summer transfer window

Victor Osimhen’s loan to Galatasaray is undoubtedly one of the most unexpected transfers of the summer of 2024. While several renowned European clubs tried to secure his services, no agreement was reached between Napoli, the player, and these interested clubs. Napoli, determined to part ways with their striker, did not even include him on the list of players qualified for Serie A and removed his number 9, assigned to Romelu Lukaku. Faced with this situation, a departure was inevitable for the man who had been the top scorer in Serie A in 2023. The Turkish market being one of the last still open, Galatasaray emerged as the only solution for Osimhen in order to avoid a season without playing.

Promising debut in Türkiye

Although he has not yet scored, Victor Osimhen has made a remarkable debut in the colours of Galatasaray. In two games played, he has already provided two assists, including one in the 3-1 victory against Fenerbahçe in the Istanbul derby. Galatasaray’s management is delighted with his performances and does not want to see him leave anytime soon. While some media outlets are talking about a clause allowing Osimhen to leave the club in January, Ibrahim Hatipoglu, vice-president of Galatasaray, denied this information in an interview with Spor Kazani. “There is no chance that Osimhen will leave in January. We are even working so that he stays with us next season. He is with us until June, and these rumours only serve to distract attention and harm the atmosphere,” he said.

Galatasaray already preparing for the future with Osimhen

Vice-president Ibrahim Hatipoglu goes even further by looking ahead to next season, still hoping to have Osimhen in the squad. “He shows in every match that he has affection for Galatasaray. He is happy here, and we are already thinking about how to extend this adventure in the coming seasons. Discussing his departure in the middle of the season makes no sense,” he added.

What will Osimhen’s decision be?

However, the final decision could depend on the player himself. Victor Osimhen, 25, has repeatedly expressed his desire to play in the Premier League. It remains to be seen whether Galatasaray can convince the forward to extend his adventure in Turkey or if he will choose to try his luck in England.

Conclusion

Victor Osimhen’s loan move to Galatasaray is an unexpected move this transfer window, but the Turkish club are determined to keep their new star beyond the current season. While Osimhen appears happy in his early days in Istanbul, his future could be influenced by his ambition to join the Premier League, creating suspense over the rest of his career.