Osimhen’s Debut with Galatasaray.
Victor Osimhen has made his debut with Galatasaray by participating in his first training session with the club. This move comes after a dramatic transfer saga where Osimhen, one of the top strikers in Europe, joined Galatasaray on a season-long loan from Napoli. Here are the key points:
- Loan Details: Osimhen’s transfer to Galatasaray is a loan deal that lasts until the end of the 2024/25 season. Galatasaray covers his salary, which is reported to be around €9/10 million per season. There’s no obligation or option to buy included in this loan agreement.
- Contract Extension with Napoli: As part of the deal, Osimhen extended his contract with Napoli until the 2026-27 season, which includes a reduced release clause from €130 million to €75 million, aiming to protect his market value.
- Break Clause: Osimhen’s loan agreement with Galatasaray includes a break clause, allowing him to potentially return to Napoli in January if certain conditions are met, which could facilitate a move to one of the top European clubs he has listed.
- Reception in Turkey: Upon his arrival in Istanbul, Osimhen received a hero’s welcome from Galatasaray fans, indicating high expectations and excitement about his presence at the club.
- Training Debut: Recent posts on X (formerly Twitter) confirm that Osimhen has participated in his first training session with Galatasaray, marking his official debut with the team in training.
- Background: Osimhen’s move to Galatasaray was somewhat unexpected given his profile and the interest from clubs like Chelsea, PSG, and Al-Ahli. However, with the transfer windows in major European leagues closing without a deal, Galatasaray’s late move capitalized on the situation, especially after an injury to Mauro Icardi, their center forward.
This transfer not only provides Galatasaray with a significant boost in their attacking line but also gives Osimhen a new platform to showcase his talents, potentially setting the stage for his next career move, depending on his performance and the activation of his break clause.
