16.03.2026 18:30
While it is claimed that Fenerbahçe also intervened in the transfer of Victor Osimhen, it is alleged that the Nigerian star rejected the yellow-navy club's offer by saying, "I will only play for Galatasaray in Turkey."
An intriguing claim has emerged regarding the behind-the-scenes details of the transfer of Victor Osimhen, who was brought into Galatasaray's squad for a transfer fee of 75 million euros from Napoli at the beginning of the season. It has been suggested that their eternal rival Fenerbahçe also intervened for the Nigerian striker.
FENERBAHÇE AGREED TO PAY THE RELEASE CLAUSE
According to information shared by journalist Arda Özkurt, the Fenerbahçe management contacted Napoli to add Victor Osimhen to their squad during the summer transfer period. It was claimed that the yellow-navy blue club informed the Italian team that they were ready to pay the high release clause in the player's contract.
It was suggested that the Napoli management indicated there would be no obstacle to the transfer if the financial conditions were met, responding to Fenerbahçe with, "Negotiate and agree with the player and his agent."
CLEAR RESPONSE FROM OSIMHEN
According to the news, after receiving a positive response from Napoli, Fenerbahçe wanted to negotiate with Victor Osimhen. However, it was claimed that the Nigerian star did not accept this request.
It was suggested that Osimhen turned down Fenerbahçe's offer, stating that he only wanted to wear the Galatasaray jersey in Turkey.
HISTORIC TRANSFER WORTH 75 MILLION EUROS
Following these developments, it was stated that Galatasaray reached an agreement with Napoli to acquire Victor Osimhen for 75 million euros. The transfer has been recorded as one of the highest transfer fees in Turkish football history.