Galatasaray insider Serdar Ali Çelikler has claimed that Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen will join Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal, dismissing speculation linking the forward with Premier League giants Chelsea and Manchester United.
"Unless Al-Hilal withdraws its offer, Victor Osimhen will go there," Çelikler stated on the Neo Spor Youtube channel. "Galatasaray cannot pay a salary of 35 million Euros, as far as I know and see. If Osimhen stays at Galatasaray for a salary of 20 million Euros, then we say 'Well done'."
The Galatasaray insider added that Osimhen has "a week to 10 days to make a decision" regarding his future.
Premier League Interest Fades
Despite Manchester United reportedly holding internal discussions about signing the Nigerian international this summer, and Chelsea's previous interest last season, it appears the Saudi club has taken pole position in the race for Osimhen's signature.
The 25-year-old striker has been in exceptional form, scoring 37 goals and providing eight assists in 41 appearances across all competitions for Galatasaray this season.
Lucrative Saudi Offer
According to reports, Al Hilal has presented Osimhen with an offer worth €30 million per year (approximately ₦54 billion). However, Nigerian broadcast journalist Onyebuchi Onokala, also known as Buchi Laba, recently claimed that the Napoli striker had turned down the salary offer from the Saudi club.
The transfer saga continues to develop, with new Al-Hilal manager Filippo Inzaghi reportedly approving a €75 million move for the Nigerian forward.
As one of Africa's most prolific strikers, Osimhen's next career move is being closely watched by football fans across Nigeria and beyond, with his decision expected within the coming days.
