13.08.2026 20:40
During Galatasaray's talks with Arsenal over Gabriel Martinelli and Ethan Nwaneri, Victor Osimhen's future also came up. It was reported that a potential transfer of the Nigerian striker to Arsenal was discussed in the contacts between the two clubs.
A surprising development occurred in the talks Galatasaray held with Arsenal as part of their transfer efforts. It was reported that Victor Osimhen's potential transfer to Arsenal was also put on the table during the yellow-reds' contacts for Gabriel Martinelli and Ethan Nwaneri.
According to The Telegraph, Galatasaray made an official offer of £38.4 million to Arsenal for Gabriel Martinelli. It was also stated that the yellow-reds informed Arsenal of their interest in Ethan Nwaneri, who spent the second half of last season on loan at Marseille.
It was noted that talks between the two clubs continued extensively, with the participation of Arsenal's Football Director Andrea Berta.
OSIMHEN'S SITUATION CAME TO THE AGENDA
It was stated that the possibility of Victor Osimhen transferring to Arsenal was also discussed during the talks. However, it was noted that it was not clear whether this issue was raised by Arsenal or whether Osimhen was offered to the English club by Galatasaray.
It was reported that Arsenal has had a long-standing interest in Osimhen, but the Nigerian star is second on the club's striker transfer list, behind Julian Alvarez.
ALVAREZ'S TRANSFER FEE WAS AN OBSTACLE
It was stated that Atletico Madrid's demand of over £100 million for Julian Alvarez made the transfer difficult for Arsenal. It was noted that the English club was therefore considering turning to alternative strikers. While it was emphasized that the 27-year-old Osimhen has proven himself to be one of Europe's most effective goalscorers with the Napoli and Galatasaray shirts, it has not yet become clear whether Arsenal will take an official step for the star player.
TOTTENHAM ALSO IN THE FRAME
Osimhen's name is also being mentioned with Tottenham, Arsenal's fierce London rivals. It was stated that Tottenham, who want to strengthen their attacking line, also have the Nigerian goalscorer on their agenda.