Osimhen Turns Down €75m Al Hilal Move — Galatasaray Ready to Strike

In a dramatic twist to one of the summer’s most anticipated transfer sagas, Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has rejected a move to Saudi Arabian side Al Hilal—despite a reported agreement between the club and Napoli for a €75 million transfer fee.

Renowned football journalist Fabrizio Romano broke the news on Sunday, June 8, stating that Osimhen personally turned down the lucrative offer from the Saudi Pro League club. The development comes even after weeks of negotiations that saw Al Hilal and Napoli reach a consensus on the financial terms of the deal.

However, Osimhen, who remains one of Europe’s most sought-after forwards, appears uninterested in making a switch to the Middle East at this stage of his career.

The rejection has opened the door for other clubs, with Turkish giants Galatasaray reportedly set to push hard for his signature. Romano noted that Galatasaray will “insist” on signing the Nigerian international, reigniting competition among European clubs eager to secure the striker’s services.

Osimhen, 26, has enjoyed a prolific stint at Napoli, playing a key role in their Serie A title triumph in 2023. His combination of speed, power, and finishing ability has drawn attention from several top European clubs in recent transfer windows.

With the Saudi move now off the table, speculation is likely to intensify over Osimhen’s next destination. As the summer transfer window heats up, all eyes will be on Napoli and Galatasaray—along with any other contenders that may enter the race.