Galatasaray signs Nigerian footballer, Osimhen, for a 75 million euro transfer fee
Victor Osimhen Completes Permanent Move to Galatasaray
Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has officially joined Turkish champion Galatasaray on a permanent deal, marking a significant milestone in both his career and Turkish football. The transfer fee for Osimhen from Napoli is a record-breaking €75 million ($87.5 million), surpassing previous records in Turkish football history [1][2][4][5].
Osimhen's four-year contract with Galatasaray is set to commence from the 2025/26 season. The deal includes a clause that guarantees Galatasaray a 10% profit from any future resale of the player [1]. His salary package is reportedly lucrative, consisting of €1 million in wages and €5 million in image rights fees per year [3].
During his loan spell at Galatasaray last season, Osimhen demonstrated his prowess, scoring an impressive 26 goals in just 30 league games [6]. His performances earned him the adoration of the Galatasaray fans, and he has expressed his gratitude for their support.
Osimhen is not new to the Galatasaray family, having spent part of last season with the club. He spoke after a signature ceremony on July 31, expressing his happiness at becoming a permanent member of the team and his intention to continue giving his all for the Galatasaray fans [7].
The Nigerian striker also expressed optimism about the team's prospects for next season, believing that they will achieve greater success [8]. Mauro Icardi, another new signing, is expected to join Galatasaray by September, further strengthening the team's attacking options [9].
The transfer of Osimhen to Galatasaray is a testament to the club's ambition to compete at the highest level. As the most expensive player ever for Galatasaray and Turkish football, Osimhen's arrival is a clear statement of intent.
[1] Galatasaray Sign Victor Osimhen on Permanent Deal (Galatasaray Official Website) [2] Galatasaray Break Transfer Record to Sign Victor Osimhen (ESPN) [3] Osimhen's Salary Detail Revealed (Sporx) [4] Turkish Football Transfer Record Shattered by Osimhen's Move (TRT World) [5] Osimhen's Record-Breaking Transfer Fee Announced (Sport Witness) [6] Osimhen's Impressive Goal Scoring Record During Loan Spell (Sporx) [7] Osimhen Speaks After Signing Ceremony (Galatasaray Official YouTube Channel) [8] Osimhen Believes Galatasaray Will Achieve Greater Success (Sporx) [9] Galatasaray Expects Icardi to Join by September (ESPN)
Sports enthusiasts will eagerly follow Victor Osimhen's career at Galatasaray, especially given his impressive goal-scoring record in football. With Galatasaray's latest sports-analysis predicting even greater success in the upcoming seasons, it's an exciting time for fans.
