Galatasaray supporters can finally rest after their club completed the signing of Victor Osimhen from Napoli on a permanent deal.
Galatasaray broke the transfer record in the history of the Turkish-based league to sign Victor Osimhen who has been tagged as one of the best strikers in the world. The deal was confirmed by the club on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, after a series of negotiations with the Serie A champions, Napoli.
How much did Galatasaray pay for Victor Osimhen?
Galatasaray €75 million plus €5 million in bonuses, making him the most expensive signing in Turkish football history. He signed a four-year deal with €15 million net annually plus €10 million in sponsorship deals.
Napoli retains 10% of any future sale, and an “anti‑Italy clause” prevents Galatasaray from selling him to an Italian club for the next two years.
Victor Osimhen is expected to light up the Turkish League next season especially after he led Galatasaray to winning two major trophies last season (2024/25). His arrival at Galatasaray marks a pivotal upgrade for the team’s attacking identity and long-term ambition.
Here are five things that Victor Osimhen will bring to Galatasaray
(1) Top-notch Goal‑Scoring ability
He returned an amazing 37 goals in 41 matches during his loan season with Galatasaray, Osimhen offered a 0.90 goals per game rate. His ability to convert under intense pressure with both feet and head makes him deadly in the opposition’s box.
(2) Physicality & Off-the-Ball movement:
Osimhen’s physicality stretches defenses with smart runs behind the line, creating space for teammates. His hold-up play and aerial strengths bring extra dimensions, especially in attacking transitions and set-pieces.
(3) Tactical Flexibility within any system
Osimhen can thrive as a lone striker in a 4-2-3-1 or lead the line alongside Mauro Icardi in a 4-4-2, which gives the coach plenty of attacking options.
(4) Leadership skills
Osimhen can lead the team on and off the pitch which he was described as by most of his teammates during his loan spell at the club. His presence boosts confidence across the squad and raises expectations in a club quest to win trophies both domestically and in Europe.
(5) Super game changer:
Galatasaray will need someone to step up when there is a void or when they need to win a game. Victor Osimhen fits this profile perfectly, his goal output and impact push Galatasaray to dominate the league and also leave a mark in Europe.
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