Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen is on the verge of sealing a high-profile move from Napoli to Turkish powerhouse Galatasaray, with final paperwork currently being processed, according to reliable sources close to the deal.
Galatasaray insider and reporter Burhan Can Terzi revealed new developments on Wednesday, confirming that Napoli has accepted a formal written bid from the Turkish club.
A substantial €40 million down payment is expected to be delivered within the next week.
“I can say that the probability of Osimhen coming is 90%. There is no need to despair,” Terzi stated, speaking via Habersarikirmizi.
He added that Galatasaray has already requested official documentation from Napoli to finalize the deal. Behind the scenes, negotiations have been brisk, with a flurry of movement around the club offices.
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“Some of Galatasaray’s guests from Italy have been coming and going,” he noted, pointing to the intense cross-border coordination currently underway.
While fans have been eagerly awaiting confirmation of the transfer, Terzi urged for calm and optimism, saying, “We also expect the fans to be patient. But please don’t get carried away by negativity.”
Should the deal be completed, the Nigerian international’s arrival would mark a significant coup for Galatasaray, who continue to bolster their squad for both domestic and European competition.
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