Premier League Giants Fight for Osimhen – Will Arsenal or Man United Win the Race?
A fierce transfer war is brewing over Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, with Premier League giants Arsenal and Manchester United among five top clubs vying for his signature. The Napoli forward, currently on loan at Galatasaray, has become one of the most sought-after strikers in world football, with Juventus and Barcelona also in the mix.
Osimhen, 26, proved his worth by firing Napoli to their first Serie A title in 33 years with 31 goals in the 2022-23 season. Despite a solid follow-up campaign with 17 goals, his form has exploded in Turkey, where he has already netted 26 times, helping Galatasaray dominate the league.
With a £63m release clause and a contract expiring in 2026—possibly extendable to 2027—Napoli are under pressure to cash in or risk losing him for a reduced fee. Juventus are reportedly leading the race as they prepare to offload Dusan Vlahovic, but Arsenal and Manchester United are desperate to strengthen their attacking options.
Galatasaray, meanwhile, are refusing to back down, with club vice-president Abdullah Kavukcu hinting that they may fight to keep Osimhen permanently. “Five of the world’s top clubs are after him,” he revealed, adding that Osimhen’s love for Galatasaray makes his stay “not as impossible as it seems.”
With Osimhen set to announce his decision in April, the question remains: Will he head to the Premier League, stay in Turkey, or spearhead Juventus’ attack? One thing is certain—this transfer saga is just getting started!
