Galatasaray have completed the sensational signing of Victor Osimhen from Napoli, breaking the Turkish transfer record in the process. The Super Lig champions announced the Nigeria international’s arrival on a long-term deal after agreeing to pay 75 million (63.8 million), the most expensive incoming transfer in Turkish football history.
The previous record was set only last year when Fenerbahce signed Youssef En-Nesyri from Sevilla for 20 million. Galatasaray’s move marks a major statement of intent as they look to cement their dominance both domestically and in Europe.
“A four-year contract has been signed with the player, starting from the 2025-26 season,” the club said in a statement. The deal also includes a 10 percent sell-on clause in favour of Napoli, meaning the Italian side will receive a portion of any future transfer fee.
Osimhen, 26, will earn a net guaranteed salary of 15 million per season. He will also receive a 1 million net loyalty bonus annually, along with 5 million per year in image rights payments – compensating for the use of his name, image, and likeness in club marketing and promotions.
Napoli confirmed the details of the deal in a separate statement.
Osimhen had spent the 2024-25 season on loan at Galatasaray, where he enjoyed a prolific campaign, finishing as the league’s top scorer with 26 goals. He also became the highest-scoring foreign player in a single season in Turkish football history, netting 37 times in all competitions.
The former Lille and Wolfsburg striker joins Galatasaray at the peak of his powers, having already made a significant impact on the European stage. With 26 goals in 40 appearances for Nigeria, he arrives in Istanbul as one of the continent’s most feared forwards.
Galatasaray’s record-breaking move signals a new era of ambition for the club – and with Osimhen leading the line, fans will be dreaming of both domestic dominance and a deep run in Europe.
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