Galatasaray Insist No Deal, Snub Record Bid for Osimhen

Galatasaray has firmly rejected a record-breaking 125 million euro offer for Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, according to reports. President Dursan Ozbek has insisted the player is not for sale, stating he will only leave if he desires.

Ozbek's stance reiterates the club's initial plan when acquiring the 2023 African Player of the Year from Napoli last summer. The club's commitment to keeping Osimhen underscores his value to the team.

Meanwhile, Osimhen himself has reportedly suggested that Galatasaray sign another Nigerian forward, Tolu Arokodare, as a potential replacement or backup. This comes as the Turkish champions are expected to move on from veteran striker Mauro Icardi, who has been a key player since 2023.

Arokodare, who had a difficult season at Wolves after a €26 million move from Genk, is said to share a good relationship with Osimhen. Osimhen is highly respected within the Nigerian national team, and Arokodare has cited him as an inspiration.

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We won’t sell him unless he wants he wants to leave.