Galatasaray Take Firm Stand on Osimhen Future as €150m Price Tag Emerges
Victor Osimhen’s future at Galatasaray S.K. has become one of the biggest talking points of the summer transfer window, with club insiders insisting the striker will only leave under one strict condition.
According to Galatasaray insider Haluk Yürekli, speaking via the 343 Digital YouTube channel, the Turkish champions have no intention of selling the Nigerian forward unless he personally requests a move.
Osimhen, who joined Galatasaray after his high-profile departure from SSC Napoli, has enjoyed another outstanding season, scoring 22 goals and providing eight assists in 33 appearances across all competitions.
His performances have reportedly attracted interest from Europe’s elite clubs, including Real Madrid CF, Arsenal F.C., Chelsea F.C., and Paris Saint-Germain.
However, Galatasaray’s stance remains firm. The club reportedly values Osimhen at a minimum of €150 million, a fee they believe reflects his importance and world-class status.
Yürekli emphasized that the striker is considered “untouchable” unless he directly expresses a desire to leave, adding that any potential negotiations would only begin at that €150 million valuation.
Osimhen is currently under contract with Galatasaray until the end of the 2028/29 season, giving the Turkish giants strong leverage in any future negotiations.
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This situation highlights how quickly Victor Osimhen has become more than just a marquee signing for Galatasaray. He is now being treated as the face of their long-term ambition.
From a sporting perspective, their stance makes sense. A striker delivering over 20 goals in a season is not easy to replace, especially one who brings intensity, movement, and physical dominance every match.
But football reality also has another side. When clubs like Real Madrid or PSG show interest, the pressure can shift quickly, no matter how strong the contract is. The real question is whether Galatasaray can match Osimhen’s personal ambitions in the long run, especially if he continues performing at this level.
The €150 million valuation is also a statement in itself. It is less about expecting a sale and more about discouraging negotiations altogether.
Still, in modern football, very few “untouchable” players remain untouchable forever. If Osimhen maintains this form, the next few windows could test just how strong Galatasaray’s resolve really is.




