Turkish expert dismisses Osimhen’s potential Real Madrid move over financial concerns

Super Eagles and Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has been linked with a move to Real Madrid in recent weeks, Afriq Foot reports.

Turkish journalist and transfer expert Serdar Ali Çelikler has expressed doubts about the Nigerian forward leaving Istanbul this summer, citing the substantial financial commitment that would be required.

Galatasaray’s vice president, Abdullah Kavukcu, recently stated that the final decision to part ways with Osimhen rests with the club’s president, Dursun Özbek. Kavukcu also said he would not sell the striker even if a large fee were offered.

“As Abdullah Kavukcu, I won’t sell Osimhen for 150 million Euros, but it’s an event that our president will decide,” the 54‑year‑old said. “When you sell him, you need to find the player you’re going to replace him. It’s very important,” he added.

Mauro Icardi and Victor Osimhen. Copyright: Imago

Serdar Ali Çelikler casts doubts over Osimhen’s Real Madrid move

Speaking on the Neo Spor YouTube channel, the 51‑year‑old discussed the likelihood of Galatasaray finding a replacement of Osimhen’s calibre if they decided to let the former Napoli striker leave.

“Galatasaray cannot buy a player like Jhon Duran. Because Galatasaray is not a poorly managed club. Duran has many problems,” Serdar Ali said, according to Haber Sarikir Mizi.

Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen. Copyright: xYagizxGurtugx IMAGO

“No one in Europe would pay 150 million Euros in transfer fees and 21 million Euros in net salary for Osimhen. If they propose between 75‑100 million Euros in transfer fees, and Osimhen consents to lower his salary to 10 million Euros, then they could secure his services. If not, Osimhen would stay until his contract expires,” the transfer expert added.

Victor Osimhen of Nigeria. Copyright: Imago xAMADAxMASARUx

The striker is currently enjoying his time at Galatasaray after helping the club win consecutive league titles.

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