'Kim Min-jae's Former Teammate' Osimhen Not Heading to Arsenal... English Media Reports Negotiations with Galatasaray
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Reports indicate that Arsenal is in negotiations with Galatasaray regarding the potential transfer of striker Victor Osimhen.
- Osimhen, formerly a teammate of Kim Min-jae at Napoli, was previously close to a Premier League move when Chelsea pursued him.
- The Nigerian international's transfer saga continues, with Arsenal now emerging as a potential destination.
Speculation is mounting that Arsenal has entered negotiations with Turkish club Galatasaray for the transfer of Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen. British media outlets, including the Telegraph and Metro, reported on Thursday that Arsenal has initiated discussions with Galatasaray regarding the prolific forward.
Osimhen, who previously played alongside South Korean defender Kim Min-jae at Napoli, was reportedly close to a move to the Premier League two years ago when Chelsea was actively pursuing him. However, a transfer did not materialize at that time.
The latest reports suggest that Arsenal is now exploring the possibility of bringing the 27-year-old striker to the Emirates Stadium. Osimhen has been a key player for Napoli since joining in 2020, helping them win the Serie A title in the 2022-2023 season. His impressive goal-scoring record and physical presence have made him one of Europe's most sought-after strikers.
While the details of the negotiations remain undisclosed, the involvement of Galatasaray in the talks is a new development in Osimhen's transfer saga. It remains to be seen whether Arsenal can finalize a deal for the Nigerian international, who is also reportedly attracting interest from other top European clubs.
Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.