Nigerian international striker Victor Osimhen could find himself in a difficult position as Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal has reportedly withdrawn from negotiations to sign him due to his high salary demands.
According to reports from Sun UK, the Saudi Pro League giants have abandoned their pursuit of the 26-year-old Napoli forward after he demanded weekly wages of £500,000 – a figure the club is unwilling to meet despite their substantial financial resources.
Impressive Season at Galatasaray
Osimhen is coming off an exceptional season-long loan spell at Turkish club Galatasaray, where he demonstrated his world-class finishing ability by netting an impressive 37 goals across all competitions, helping the team secure the Turkish championship.
Despite his outstanding performances, the Nigerian striker's parent club Napoli is still expected to part ways with him permanently during this summer transfer window. However, with Al-Hilal's withdrawal, Osimhen's next destination remains uncertain.
Transfer Saga Continues
This development adds another chapter to Osimhen's complicated transfer saga. Previous reports had indicated that Al-Hilal submitted a bid of approximately €70 million for the striker, but the combination of transfer fee and salary demands appears to have proven too steep.
With the Saudi option potentially off the table, speculation will likely increase regarding interest from European clubs, though the striker's substantial wage expectations could prove challenging for many potential suitors.
For Osimhen, who has established himself as one of Africa's premier forwards and a key figure in Nigeria's national team, the coming weeks will be crucial in determining the next step in his career.
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