Galatasaray have completed the sensational permanent signing of Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, bringing an end to one of the summer’s longest-running transfer sagas.
The Turkish champions confirmed the deal earlier today , following weeks of negotiations with Italian side Napoli.
Osimhen had spent the previous season on loan in Istanbul, where he played a starring role in Galatasaray’s domestic dominance ; scoring 37 goals in 41 appearances across all competitions as the club clinched the Super Lig title and Turkish Cup.
Despite initial doubts about a permanent stay, Galatasaray’s top brass mounted a determined push to keep the 25-year-old in Istanbul. Their efforts have finally paid off, with renowned transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reporting that the deal is worth €75 million, with potential performance-based add-ons.
🚨🟡🔴 Victor Osimhen to Galatasaray, here we go! Club to club documents exchange to start in next 24h after verbal pact.
Galatasaray will pay €40m now, €35m in one year, 10% on future profit and also a goals based bonus.
Victor can’t be sold to any Italian club for 2 years. pic.twitter.com/8sgoBMQKlQ
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 20, 2025
To mark the moment, Galatasaray have launched an engaging social media campaign to welcome Osimhen back, including a live tracker of his flight to Istanbul.
Osimhen’s return is a major boost for Gala as they prepare for the new season and a clear statement of their ambitions both domestically and in Europe.
ONLY GALA 🟡🔴 pic.twitter.com/mZ9filqIfg
— Galatasaray EN (@Galatasaray) July 30, 2025
His explosive pace, clinical finishing, and passionate connection with the fans have already made him a cult hero at Rams Park.
