Galatasaray<\/a> have taken a significant step forward in their ambitious bid to sign Victor Osimhen on a permanent deal, as Arsenal and Manchester United reportedly step away from the race for the prolific Nigerian striker, Soccernet.ng<\/a> reports.<\/strong><\/p>\n The Turkish champions, impressed by Osimhen\u2019s match-winning performances and his growing influence on and off the pitch, are keen to secure the 26-year-old\u2019s future swiftly.<\/p>\n Osimhen, who has scored in high-profile games such as the away clash against Fenerbah\u00e7e<\/a> and the Turkish Cup semifinal tie against Konyaspor, has become a fan favourite at Galatasaray.<\/p>\n With the season nearing its end, the Galatasaray hierarchy are unwilling to take any risks.<\/p>\n pic.twitter.com\/esKc4izR0A<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Victor Osimhen (@victorosimhen9) April 22, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n According to Turkish publication Hurriyet<\/a>, Galatasaray officials have already invited Osimhen to a formal meeting, set to take place in the coming days, to discuss the terms of a potential long-term agreement.<\/p>\n Determined to retain Osimhen\u2019s services, Galatasaray are preparing to offer a record salary package \u2013 worth \u20ac10 million annually \u2013 in addition to a significant transfer fee. The Nigerian international currently has a \u20ac75 million release clause in his Napoli<\/a> contract, which runs until summer 2026.<\/p>\n Galatasaray\u2019s determination stems not only from Osimhen\u2019s goal-scoring brilliance \u2013 30 goals and 7 assists in 35 appearances this season \u2013 but also his admirable character.<\/p>\n After the win over Konyaspor, Osimhen posed for photos with fans, showed kindness to supporters, and promised a disabled fan a jersey he was unable to provide at the time.<\/p>\n However, the Turkish giants\u2019 hopes have been buoyed by developments in England.<\/p>\n Transfer expert David Ornstein has dismissed speculation linking Osimhen with moves to Arsenal<\/a> and Manchester United.<\/p>\n Speaking to NBC Sports<\/a>, Ornstein revealed that Manchester United\u2019s priority in the summer transfer window is to sign a number 10 and a striker.<\/p>\n Alvarez, Isak and Osimhen \u2013 stats this season:<\/p>\n Alvarez: 26 goals, 5 goals pic.twitter.com\/QGZmuY0Is4<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n \u2014 Sholy Nation Sports (@Sholynationsp) April 23, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n READ MORE\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Ornstein confirmed that Manchester United have set their sights on Ipswich Town striker Liam Delap as their primary forward option.<\/p>\n The 21-year-old has a \u00a330 million release clause should Ipswich suffer relegation and is expected to decide his future ahead of the European U21 Championship.<\/p>\n While Arsenal are also in the market for attacking reinforcements, Ornstein revealed that Sporting Lisbon\u2019s Viktor Gyokeres and RB Leipzig\u2019s Benjamin Sesko are more realistic targets. He added that players like Alexander Isak and Victor Osimhen are not currently on Arsenal\u2019s agenda.<\/p>\n That would be a big disappointment for Osimhen who has never hidden his desire to play in the English Premier League.<\/p>\n The former African Footballer of the Year was close to joining Chelsea last summer, but negotiations collapsed over personal terms.<\/p>\n Osimhen is also admired in Spain, where Barcelona and Real Madrid are reportedly monitoring his situation, and Italy, where Juventus are keen.<\/p>\n The Super Eagles star has 170 career goals for club and country and is set to add the Turkish league and cup double to his glowing trophy cabinet.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n![\"Soccer](\"https:\/\/soccernet.ng\/app\/uploads\/2025\/04\/GpKjo-NWEAA2bRY.jpeg\")
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