Embattled Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has joined Turkish giants Galatasaray on a loan deal from Napoli.
Diaspora Digital Media understands that the necessary agreement has been finalized, and all documents have been approved, with Osimhen set to travel to Istanbul with his agent tonight.
The loan move is valid until June 2025, with Galatasaray covering a salary of €9-10 million.
There is no buy option or obligation for the Turkish club.
Osimhen, who can sign a new deal at Napoli until 2027, will also see his release clause reduced from €130 million to €75 million.
The arrival of Osimhen at Galatasaray is a significant coup for the Turkish club, who are seeking to bolster their attack for the second half of the season.
The move comes barely days after the red-hot striker failed to secure a move to Chelsea, or Al Ahli of Saudi Arabia.
His relationship with parent club has since broken down.
Osimhen’s career trajectory:
*Personal Details*
– Name: Victor James Osimhen
– Date of Birth: December 29, 1998
– Place of Birth: Lagos, Nigeria
– Height: 6 ft 1 in (1.86 m)
– Nationality: Nigerian
*Club Career*
– Current Club: Napoli (on loan at Galatasaray)
– Previous Clubs: Wolfsburg, Charleroi (loan), Lille
– Professional Debut: 2017 (Wolfsburg)
– Honors:
– Lille: Ligue 1 runner-up (2018-19)
– Napoli: Serie A runner-up (2020-21)
*Individual Awards*
– Ligue 1 Player of the Month (September 2019)
– Serie A Player of the Month (December 2020)
*International Career*
– Nigeria U-17: FIFA U-17 World Cup (2015)
– Nigeria U-20: Africa U-20 Cup of Nations (2015)
– Nigeria: Africa Cup of Nations (2019, 2021)
*Style of Play*
– Pace: Known for his electrifying speed and agility
– Power: Possesses exceptional strength and power in his shots
– Finishing ability: Clinical finisher with both feet
– Hold-up play: Excellent at holding up the ball and bringing others into play
*Career Statistics*
– Appearances: 150+
– Goals: 50+
– Assists: 20+
*Transfer History*
– Wolfsburg to Charleroi (loan): 2018
– Charleroi to Lille: 2019
– Lille to Napoli: 2020
– Napoli to Galatasaray (loan): 2024
*Social Media*
– Instagram: @victorosimhen9
– Twitter: @victorosimhen9.