Victor Osimhen turns down Al Hilal again — Italian powerhouse, Galatasaray step in

Napoli and Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen, has officially turned down a renewed offer from Saudi Arabian side Al Hilal, Soccernet.ng reports.

Following this development, the Nigerian forward is now attracting serious interest from a top Italian club and Turkish champions Galatasaray.

Al Hilal reportedly tabled the same proposal they made last summer—one that included a staggering salary package—but Osimhen has once again opted against a move to the Saudi Pro League, which shows his preference to remain in Europe.

According to sources close to the negotiations, as reported by Buchi Laba, an unnamed Serie A club has stepped up its interest and is prepared to meet Osimhen’s wage demands.

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While Napoli are open to a sale, the €75 million release clause remains the key to unlocking the deal. Soccernet.ng also understands that the clause poses no obstacle for the interested Italian club.

Meanwhile, Galatasaray are pushing aggressively for Osimhen’s signature. The Turkish giants are not deterred by the hefty release clause and are reportedly working on a package to lure the Super Eagles star to Istanbul.

Club officials view Osimhen as a marquee signing who could boost their chances of a deep run in next season’s UEFA Champions League.

Osimhen, who finished the last campaign with 37 goals in 41 matches for Napoli, is expected to make a decision on his future in the coming weeks as the club prepares for a new era under Antonio Conte.

With top-level European football still on his radar, the race for Osimhen’s signature is heating up—and both Galatasaray and the unnamed Italian side are firmly in the mix.