Galatasaray may walk away from negotiations after Napoli turned down their fourth offer for Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, despite the Turkish champions reportedly meeting all previously agreed conditions.
Nigerian sports journalist Onyebuchi Onokala, known as Buchi Laba, revealed the development in a post on X (formerly Twitter). He explained that although Galatasaray had accepted all terms requested by Napoli, including Osimhen’s salary, transfer fee, and payment structure, the Italian club introduced additional conditions, which derailed the deal.
“Yes, 100% confirmed: Napoli rejects Galatasaray’s fourth offer for Victor Osimhen,” Buchi Laba wrote.
“Galatasaray had agreed to all the Italians’ terms. Now Napoli is demanding more in second installment payments and a higher sell-on clause. Galatasaray rejected those new terms.”
“Osimhen has told Napoli he wants Galatasaray. The club is now internally debating whether to submit a fifth offer.”
Napoli’s Changing Demands Spark Frustration
Sources close to the deal suggest that Galatasaray negotiated in good faith and were confident that an agreement had been reached. However, Napoli’s sudden request to adjust installment timelines and demand a larger percentage in future transfer profits has caused significant frustration within the Turkish camp.
Officials at Galatasaray are said to be seriously considering ending their pursuit of the striker, believing that Napoli may be stalling in hopes of receiving a bigger offer from other clubs in Europe or the Middle East.
Osimhen Keen on Galatasaray Switch
Despite the back-and-forth, Osimhen is reportedly determined to join Galatasaray. The Nigerian international views the move as a fresh start and is eager to link up with a club that has promised him a central role in their squad.
Sources close to the player say he has already communicated his preference to Napoli’s management. Galatasaray has also offered him Champions League football, a competitive salary, and a leading role under the current technical team—factors believed to have convinced him to make the switch.
Galatasaray at a Crossroads
Now, the Turkish club must decide whether to return to the negotiating table or explore alternatives. Club officials remain cautious about further talks, especially if Napoli continues to shift its demands. They are reportedly assessing whether continuing discussions is financially or strategically justifiable.
Meanwhile, Osimhen remains under contract at Napoli, but his uncertain status has caught the attention of other clubs as well. While no official offers have emerged from England or Saudi Arabia in the past few days, there is speculation that Napoli could be keeping options open.
Transfer Window Time Crunch
With the summer transfer window in full swing, pressure is mounting on both sides to reach a resolution. Galatasaray, who are preparing for the upcoming UEFA Champions League qualifiers, want to finalize their squad as soon as possible. At the same time, Napoli could benefit from selling Osimhen early to fund new signings ahead of the 2025–2026 Serie A season.
Final Thoughts
This latest development signals another twist in an increasingly complex transfer saga. While Osimhen has clearly set his sights on Galatasaray, the outcome will depend on whether Napoli remains firm in its stance or agrees to more flexible terms.
For now, Galatasaray’s next move remains uncertain—but a fifth offer is not guaranteed. The coming days will be crucial in determining whether the Turkish giants land their top target or turn their attention elsewhere.
