Galatasaray President Says Osimhen Will Not Leave

Galatasaray president Dursun Ozbek has denied all speculation about Victor Osimhen’s future, stating that the striker’s situation is unchanged despite mounting transfer rumors.

Osimhen has been linked with a summer move to Spanish giants Real Madrid and Barcelona ahead of the upcoming transfer window.

Osimhen Not For Sale

Ozbek said the Turkish Super Lig champions are not willing to consider any offers for the Nigerian international.

“We are not considering selling Osimhen. Osimhen is an important player for Galatasaray,” Ozbek told HT Spor.

“We are not considering selling an important player in our championship race. Putting a price on someone you don’t intend to sell is like counting your chickens before they hatch. We don’t have such a thing in mind.”

“Osimhen is making the second‑generation Galatasaray fans happy.”

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The 27‑year‑old joined the Yellow and Reds on loan from Serie A club Napoli in 2024, before the move was made permanent last summer.

The powerful striker registered 26 goals and four assists in 30 league appearances to help Okan Buruk’s side win a domestic double in the 2024/25 season.

He also claimed the top‑scorers’ prize for the season, cementing his reputation as one of the world’s best strikers.

Osimhen scored 22 goals and provided eight assists in 33 appearances across all competitions this season, playing a key role in helping the club retain the Süper Lig title and reach the UEFA Champions League Round of 16.

Return To International Scene

The former Lille star was named in Nigeria’s squad for next month’s international friendlies against Poland and Portugal by head coach Éric Chelle earlier this week.

Osimhen is making a return to the Super Eagles fold after missing the team’s friendlies against Iran and Jordan in March.

By Adeboye Amosu