Galatasaray have issued a definitive statement that Victor Osimhen is not available for transfer, rebuffing interest from Arsenal and Al-Hilal during the current summer window.
The Nigerian striker has been the subject of persistent speculation linking him with a move away from the Turkish champions. Reports indicated that Al-Hilal had entered the race as they explore options to offload former Real Madrid forward Karim Benzema. Simultaneously, Arsenal were said to have made inquiries about the 27-year-old, with discussions reportedly underway between the London club and Galatasaray over a potential deal for the Super Eagles attacker.
Those talks have now been halted by a firm directive from the Galatasaray hierarchy. According to a report by Erdem Açıkgöz published via Habersarikirmizi, club management responded to the speculation with an unambiguous message: “Our stance is clear; no matter what, we are not selling Osimhen.”
Osimhen arrived at Galatasaray from Napoli ahead of the 2024-25 season and played a pivotal role as the Istanbul side secured the Süper Lig title. His form in Turkey has only enhanced a reputation established during a prolific spell in Serie A, making him one of the most coveted forwards in European football.
The decision to retain the striker signals Galatasaray’s ambition to defend their domestic crown and compete in the UEFA Champions League. For Arsenal and Al-Hilal, the focus must now shift to alternative targets unless the Turkish club’s position changes dramatically before the window closes. With the player under contract and the club adamant, any future approach would likely require a proposal of unprecedented value to reopen negotiations.