Osimhen gives Arsenal transfer green light

Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has fueled speculation about a summer transfer, signaling openness to a move to Arsenal. The 27-year-old Nigerian international, who recently scored twice in a 2-2 draw on the opening day of the season, addressed the persistent rumors with a diplomatic tone, leaving the door ajar for a potential departure.

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There are always rumours during the transfer windows. I will focus on my job. I am focused on my work. We will see and think about what comes next then.

According to Spanish publication SPORT, Barcelona had the opportunity to sign Osimhen but decided against it, a development that could pave the way for Arsenal. Transfermarkt values the forward at over £64 million. Galatasaray has reportedly rejected a €130 million offer from Saudi Arabian club Al Hilal, while Arsenal is said to have re-entered talks for a possible transfer. Arsenal, who scored only 71 Premier League goals last season and have missed out on other targets, are reportedly seeking to bolster their forward line before the September transfer deadline.

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It is going to be a tough season. The team is aware of that. I am ready to give everything for this club. This was an important wake-up call. It was a wake-up call for the players too.

Despite the intense transfer speculation, Osimhen expressed his commitment to Galatasaray, with whom he has a contract until June 2029. "It is going to be a tough season. The team is aware of that. I am ready to give everything for this club," he stated. He also apologized to Galatasaray fans after the season-opening draw, feeling responsible for the team's failure to secure a win and called for a collective effort from his teammates. Osimhen has a strong scoring record, with 53 goals in 69 appearances for Galatasaray and 65 goals in 108 Serie A games for Napoli.

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We have to give everything on the pitch. Our fans give us incredible energy, they always support us. We need to reciprocate. We need to gain momentum before the Champions League. We need to fight very well from the very first match.