Mourinho’s Fenerbahce ready to outbid Galatasaray in race for Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen

Fenerbahce are reportedly preparing an ambitious bid to secure Victor Osimhen, hoping to outmaneuver fierce rivals Galatasaray in the Turkish transfer market next year, Soccernet.ng understands.

Osimhen, currently on loan at Galatasaray from Napoli, has quickly become a fan favourite in Istanbul, scoring six goals and providing four assists in just eight appearances — a standout performance that has drawn Fenerbahce’s attention.

Originally linked with major European clubs such as PSG, Chelsea, and even Saudi Arabian teams, Osimhen ultimately joined Galatasaray on a season-long loan after these deals fell through.

His seamless adaptation to Turkish football, alongside high-profile teammates like Dries Mertens and Mauro Icardi, has intensified Fenerbahce’s interest in bringing him across the Super Lig divide.

While Napoli still hold Osimhen’s contract, club president Aurelio De Laurentiis will face complex negotiations at the end of the season, as Fenerbahce appear poised to submit a compelling offer.

According to reports from O Jogo as per TuttoNapoli, Jose Mourinho’s Fenerbahce are prepared to outbid Galatasaray’s estimated 50 million euro valuation, eyeing Osimhen’s 81 million euro release clause in January, which drops to 75 million in the summer.

Fenerbahce’s interest highlights the fierce rivalry in Turkey, as they aim to disrupt Galatasaray’s successful loan arrangement with the Nigerian forward.

For Osimhen, who has openly expressed his desire to compete in the English Premier League, Turkey might be a temporary stop in his journey.

His recent performance in Galatasaray’s 3-2 Europa League victory over Tottenham—where he netted two brilliant goals—has only heightened speculation about a future move to England.