Super Eagles star Victor Osimhen has officially completed a sensational loan move from Napoli to Galatasaray, with all documents finalized and approved. The deal, which includes a €75 million release clause and an option for Napoli to extend his contract until 2027, will see Osimhen don the Galatasaray colors until June 2025.
In a momentous welcome, thousands of Galatasaray fans gathered at Istanbul Airport in the early hours of Monday to greet the Nigerian striker. Despite his flight landing at 3:30 AM, the atmosphere was electric as supporters, many of whom had waited all night, chanted Osimhen’s name and waved flags in anticipation of his arrival.
Osimhen, visibly moved by the reception, smiled and waved to the adoring crowd as he made his way through the airport. The warm welcome underscored the high expectations placed on the 25-year-old, who has quickly become a fan favorite even before stepping onto the pitch for the Turkish giants.
The deal, finalized after the closure of the European transfer window, is structured as a loan without any buy option or obligation for Galatasaray. The Turkish club will cover Osimhen’s €10 million salary, with reports indicating they will pay €8.8 million, leaving the door open for top European clubs to potentially swoop in during the January transfer window.
Osimhen is set to undergo medical tests on Tuesday morning before officially joining Galatasaray’s Europa League squad. His arrival is expected to boost the team’s attacking options as they compete in domestic and European competitions.
The Nigerian international’s move to Galatasaray marks a new chapter in his career, and the excitement among the club’s supporters suggests they believe Osimhen could be the key to their success this season.
