Nigerian and Napoli striker Victor Osimhen has sealed a mega-money everlasting switch to Turkish giants Galatasaray in a deal value €75 million.
The 26-year-old will earn a staggering €21 million (about N37 billion) per season on the Istanbul-based membership, making him one of many highest-paid gamers in Turkish soccer historical past.
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His arrival marks a daring assertion of intent from Galatasaray as they put together to defend their Süper Lig title and problem in Europe.
Osimhen, who spent the 2024/25 season on mortgage at Galatasaray, signed a four-year contract that features a €15 million web wage, a €1 million loyalty bonus, and €5 million in picture rights yearly.
The switch charge will likely be paid in two instalments: €40 million upfront and the remaining €35 million by the tip of the 2025/26 season.
Moreover, Napoli will obtain 10% of the revenue from any future sale, not the whole switch charge, as confirmed in an official assertion by Galatasaray.
“An settlement has been reached with SSC Napoli for the switch of Victor James Osimhen. The overall charge is €75 million, and 10% of any future revenue from a subsequent switch will go to Napoli,” the membership stated.
Osimhen made an on the spot influence throughout his mortgage stint, scoring 26 objectives and offering 5 assists in 30 league video games and including 6 objectives and 1 help within the Europa League.
His objectives helped Galatasaray win the 2024/25 Süper Lig title, ending 11 factors forward of arch-rivals Fenerbahçe.
The Nigerian ahead was flown into Istanbul by non-public jet and welcomed by hundreds of ecstatic followers who tracked his arrival stay on Galatasaray’s official YouTube channel. Chatting with reporters, a visibly emotional Osimhen shared his pleasure.
“It feels nice to be again. That is residence for me, my household, and my associates. I wish to thank everybody who made this occur: the President, Vice President, Coach Okan Buruk, George Gardi, and particularly the followers who pushed for my return. I’m completely happy to be right here. The story continues.”
Napoli signed Osimhen from Lille in 2020 for €78.9 million, together with participant exchanges. The Serie A membership now receives a sizeable return and a stake in Osimhen’s future market worth.
