Saudi clubs return for Osimhen ahead of summer transfer window

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Saudi clubs return for Osimhen ahead of summer transfer window

Ayoola Kelechi 08:28 - 04.04.2025

Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen is reportedly the subject of interest from Saudi Pro League clubs heading into the summer transfer window

Super Eagles star Victor Osimhen is once again at the center of a high-stakes transfer tug-of-war with the summer window only a few months away.

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The Nigerian striker, currently on loan at Galatasaray from Napoli, is attracting renewed interest from Saudi Arabian clubs ahead of the 2025 summer window, according to Serie A insider Nicolo Schira.

Saudi interest rekindled as Osimhen hits red-hot form

Osimhen was close to joining Saudi Pro League side Al Ahli during the final stages of the 2024 summer window, but negotiations collapsed at the eleventh hour.

Nigerian goal machine Victor Osimhen | Credit: Imago

In the aftermath, the forward extended his Napoli contract until 2027, with a €75 million release clause added to the deal before he made a surprise loan switch to Galatasaray.

That move has since proven fruitful, as Osimhen has netted 20 goals in 20 Super Lig starts, lighting up Turkish football with incredible strikes.

Hattrick hero - Victor Osimhen signed off for the international break in style.

His recent brace against Fenerbahce in the Turkish Cup quarter-final further enhanced his growing legend status in Istanbul and peaking after that game, Osimhen said, "I want to keep playing here," suggesting he is enjoying life at Galatasaray.

European giants lurking but Saudi cash still tempts

Despite Osimhen’s public admiration for Galatasaray, his electric form has European heavyweights circling.

Victor Osimhen is at home in Turkey with Galatasaray and their fans | Credit: Imago

Juventus, Manchester United, Chelsea, and Arsenal have all shown concrete interest in the Super Eagles striker, who now boasts 28 goals in 32 appearances across all competitions this season.

Still, Saudi Arabia’s deep pockets remain a looming factor after the Nigerian striker was offered a salary of €30 million per year on a four-year contract.

Victor Osimhen proved too good for Fenerbahce | Credit: Imago

With the Pro League eager to lure top-tier talent, clubs are expected to meet his €75 million clause without hesitation, and Osimhen could have another major decision to make this summer.