Osimhen

2024 - 9 - 2

From Chelsea Dreams to Galatasaray Schemes: Osimhen's Rollercoaster Ride!

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Victor Osimhen's transfer saga takes a wild turn as he heads to Galatasaray on loan after his moves to Chelsea and Al-Ahli fall through!

Victor Osimhen, the Nigerian striker who once had his sights set on English Premiership glory with Chelsea, is now packing his bags for Galatasaray. After a whirlwind of transfer talks that saw him linked to numerous clubs, including a tantalizing potential switch to Al-Ahli in Saudi Arabia, it seems his fate is set in Istanbul. The drama unfolded on deadline day, leaving many fans scratching their heads as to how a deal that seemed so close ultimately fell apart, paving the way for a temporary move that could reignite his career.

With Galatasaray reportedly finalizing a loan deal with Napoli, Osimhen finds himself in a unique position. While Chelsea and Liverpool might still be lurking in the background, hoping to snatch him up for a permanent deal later on, this loan could serve as the perfect chance for the young talent to regain his mojo on the field. As Napoli shares part of his wages with Galatasaray, it's a win-win! The Turkish fancy has been known for breathing new life into strikers, and the fans there will surely be thrilled to see the prowess of Osimhen leading their attack.

Moreover, the intriguing twist in this saga comes with the fact that Osimhen's potential Galatasaray teammate, Adrien Rabiot, isn't ready to join the loan party just yet. After dazzling performances at Juventus, the French midfielder is taking his time, perhaps seeking to avoid a transfer drama of his own. However, one can’t help but think: what a formidable duo Osimhen and Rabiot could form if they decide to share the same pitch in Istanbul!

To add to the antics of this transfer tale, Romelu Lukaku made headlines by opting to wear Osimhen’s iconic number 9 shirt upon joining Napoli, all while being fully aware of the Nigerian striker’s fate. Is this a show of respect or merely a footnote in the saga? Either way, while Osimhen’s time in Naples nears an exit, we can expect plenty of fireworks as he chases glory with Galatasaray.

In case you didn’t know, Victor Osimhen is celebrated not just for his football finesse but also for his compelling journey from a challenging childhood in Nigeria to becoming one of Africa’s most sought-after striking talents. Meanwhile, Galatasaray stands tall as one of Turkey’s most decorated football clubs, with a fierce fanbase that can turn any matchday into an electric spectacle!

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Victor Osimhen set to join Galatasaray on loan until the end of the ... (Irish Examiner)

The striker is out of favour at Napoli after deadline day negotiations with Saudi side Al-Ahli and free-spending Chelsea failed to conclude with an agreement.

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Victor Osimhen set to join Galatasaray on loan as Romano reveals ... (Football365.com)

Victor Osimhen is off to Galatasaray but changes to his contract offer a boost to Chelsea, Liverpool and other interested clubs ahead of a permanent move.

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Victor Osimhen close to Napoli exit after failed Chelsea & Al-Ahli ... (Goal.com)

Galatasaray are in talks with Napoli to sign Victor Osimhen, who saw moves to Chelsea and Al-Ahli fall through.

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Osimhen and Napoli in talks for emergency Galatasaray loan (Football Italia)

Napoli are in talks to loan Victor Osimhen to Galatasaray, according to Sky Sport Italia, but would have to share his wages.

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Napoli agree deal to loan out Victor Osimhen days after transfer to ... (The Irish Sun)

NAPOLI have agreed to loan Victor Osimhen to Galatasaray just days after his move to Chelsea collapsed.The striker was on the brink of a stunning dead.

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Victor Osimhen set for shock loan after Chelsea transfer stalls ... (Eurosport.com AU)

Victor Osimhen may be on the verge of a shock loan move to Galatasaray as he looks to leave Napoli, the Mirror reports.

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Osimhen offered last chance saloon after Chelsea failure, with loan ... (Teamtalk.com)

Galatasaray representatives are reportedly meeting with Napoli to discuss a loan move for Victor Osimhen, who the Italian outfit want out of the club.

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Rabiot not ready to join Osimhen at Galatasaray in 2024 (Football Italia)

After securing Victor Osimhen on loan from Napoli, Galatasaray have also asked after Adrien Rabiot, but the former Juventus midfielder is unconvinced.

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Lukaku pays respect to Osimhen with shirt choice, despite Napoli ... (Football Italia)

Romelu Lukaku rejected the opportunity to take Victor Osimhen's no.9 shirt after joining Napoli at the end of the summer transfer window, despite the club.

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Unfinished business: What's next for Osimhen, Lookman after failed ... (ESPN)

Some of Africa's most exciting players are embarking on new starts after securing a move during the transfer window, but the futures of some, most notably ...

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Galatasaray in talks to sign Napoli's Osimhen (Yahoo Sports)

Galatasaray confirm they are in talks with Napoli to sign Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen on loan.

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Galatasaray in negotiations to sign Osimhen on loan from Napoli ... (ESPN)

Galatasaray have opened talks to sign Napoli striker Victor Osimhen on loan, the Turkish Super Lig club announced on Monday.

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Osimhen Moves Closer to Galatasaray (beIN SPORTS USA)

Victor Osimhen's transfer situation has been one of the most discussed topics in this summer's transfer market. Although rumors linked him to major clubs ...

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Viral Video: Victor Osimhen Spotted At Turkish Side Galatasaray (Voice of Nigeria)

Nigeria Super Eagles striker and Napoli's greatest-ever forward, Victor Osimhen was seen looking happy again in a viral video after a disappointing summer ...

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Victor Osimhen finds Napoli escape route with loan deal to ... (Independent.ie)

Victor Osimhen appears to have finally found a way out of Napoli, opening negotiations for a loan deal with Turkish club Galatasaray.

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Arsenal: Romano reveals Osimhen 'offer' amid boost with £50m ... (Football365.com)

Arsenal were reportedly "offered" the chance to sign Victor Osimhen during the summer transfer window, while they were "prepared" to sign an alternative.

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VIDEO: Victor Osimhen receives hero's welcome from Galatasaray ... (The Punch)

Thousands of Galatasaray fans gathered at the Istanbul Airport, Turkey, to welcome Super Eagles star, Victor Osimhen.

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Osimhen Joins Galatasaray on Loan, Thousands of Jubilant Fans ... (Arise News)

Thousands of Galatasaray supporters welcomed Victor Osimhen in Istanbul, despite it being in the wee hours of the morning, as he finalised his loan move from ...

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Victor Osimhen and Napoli open negotiations for a loan deal to ... (The Pioneer)

The Turkish league transfer window doesn't close until Sept. 13 and Galatasary suddenly needs help at center forward following an injury to Mauro Icardi.

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Chaos as Victor Osimhen is greeted by flare-wielding Galatasaray ... (The Irish Sun)

VICTOR OSIMHEN was given a hero's welcome to Galatasaray before even completing his switch.Osimhen was greeted by flare-wielding fans and chants late.

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In a surprise move, Galatasaray in talks to sign Napoli's Osimhen on ... (Duvar English)

The Turkish Super Lig club Galatasaray have opened talks to sign striker Victor Osimhen on loan after he was not included in Napoli's main squad.

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Today's Papers: Osimhen-Galatasaray, Theo and Leao warning (Yahoo Sports)

La Gazzetta dello SportTheo and Leao, last warningThe whole truth about the Milan rebelsThe confrontation with Fonseca, the phone call with Ibra and then ...

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Sterling, Osimhen among players forced to give up shirt number ... (ESPN)

There are few indignities felt more keenly in soccer than seeing your designated shirt number given away to a new signing. Here are a few recent examples.

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Victor Osimhen accepts shock move to Turkish side Galatasaray (AzerNews)

Thousands of Galatasaray supporters welcomed Victor Osimhen in Istanbul, despite the late hour of 3 a.m., as he finalized his loan move from Napoli, ...

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Victor Osimhen inserts 'Chelsea and Arsenal clause' in Galatasaray ... (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

The striker has named his dream January move and hopes to make it happen.

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