Galatasaray’s chairman, Dursun Özbek, has firmly stated that the club has no plans to part ways with striker Victor Osimhen during the upcoming summer transfer window. The Nigerian forward, who was initially acquired on a temporary deal from Napoli, played a pivotal role in securing the Turkish Süper Lig title for the Istanbul giants.
Özbek praised Osimhen’s contributions, noting that his performances on the pitch were nothing short of outstanding. He emphasized the player’s deep affection for both Galatasaray and Turkey, revealing that Osimhen expressed a strong desire to remain with the club. This led to direct talks with Napoli regarding his future.
When questioned about a potential price tag, Özbek dismissed the idea, saying that assigning a value to a player they have no intention of selling is illogical. He compared it to dressing a footballer before birth. Despite widespread interest from European powerhouses like Chelsea, Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, Osimhen is reportedly valued at around €150 million.
The president’s stance underscores Galatasaray’s commitment to keeping their star asset, as they look to build on their recent success.