Victor Osimhen Returns to Galatasaray: All Documents Signed, Medical Imminent

Victor Osimhen will arrive in Istanbul on Wednesday as Galatasaray completes his record-breaking transfer from Napoli. Osimhen is joining Galatasaray from Napoli for €75 million.

OSIMHEN LANDS IN ISTANBUL FOR GALATASARAY MOVE

After long talks and delays, Osimhen will land in Istanbul on Wednesday to finish his transfer to Galatasaray. Both clubs have signed all paperwork. Osimhen will have his medical exam on Thursday before officially joining the Turkish champions. He will become one of the highest-paid players in Turkey, with a reported contract of €15 million per season, plus big bonuses. Galatasaray will pay Napoli‘s €75 million release clause: €40 million upfront and €35 million in two instalments, as previously detailed in reports including various clauses and conditions from Napoli.

SIGNIFICANCE FOR GALATASARAY AND OSIMHEN

Osimhen’s return is a big win for Galatasaray after they won the Süper Lig last season, 11 points ahead of Fenerbahçe. The striker was vital during his last time at the club, scoring 24 goals and giving eight assists in 32 league games. This signing is set to boost the team’s power in domestic and European competitions. Galatasaray’s management sees Osimhen as a part of their plan to become one of the world’s top five clubs, while fans hope he can lead deep Champions League runs next season. Such ambitions align with their recent success, having claimed the Turkish Süper Lig title in the 2024-25 season.

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?

After his medical on Thursday, Osimhen is likely to join his teammates quickly. Galatasaray’s next official game is the Turkish Super Cup final against Trabzonspor, a strong team that finished third in the league. After that, Süper Lig games start again. Galatasaray aims to stay on top of the league, with Fenerbahçe and Trabzonspor close behind, 4 and 6 points back respectively. Fans and pundits expect Osimhen to debut soon and take Galatasaray closer to another title. Their first major test will come against Trabzonspor in the Turkish Super Cup clash.