Galatasaray declare Osimhen ‘untouchable’
Galatasaray have slammed the door on potential suitors for Victor Osimhen, designating the Nigerian striker as “untouchable” despite mounting interest from the Premier League and La Liga clubs. The Turkish
Galatasaray have slammed the door on potential suitors for Victor Osimhen, designating the Nigerian striker as "untouchable" despite mounting interest from the Premier League and La Liga clubs.
The Turkish champions have reportedly informed interested parties that they have no intention of negotiating a summer sale for their record signing.
The 27-year-old forward has become the centre piece of Galatasaray’s domestic dominance since making his move permanent last summer in a landmark €75 million deal. Osimhen has justified that investment by scoring 29 goals across all competitions this season, including a decisive strike in Sunday’s 3-0 Intercontinental Derby win over Fenerbahçe.
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That performance was witnessed first-hand by Arsenal sporting director Andrea Berta, who was in attendance specifically to monitor the striker ahead of the upcoming transfer window.
Beyond Arsenal, Spanish giants Real Madrid and Barcelona are understood to be tracking Osimhen’s situation. Reports from Turkey suggest Barcelona has already made informal inquiries, though Galatasaray’s valuation is believed to be in excess of €150 million—a figure intended to ward off all but the most lucrative offers.
Club officials remain confident in their stance due to Osimhen’s contractual situation and his apparent contentment in Istanbul.
The Super Eagles star is under contract until June 2029 and has formed a deep bond with the "Cimbom" faithful, making a forced exit unlikely. Sources close to the club indicate that only an explicit request from the player himself would change the board's position, a scenario not currently anticipated.
Osimhen’s immediate focus remains on the pitch as Galatasaray stands on the verge of history. A victory against Samsunspor this weekend would secure the club’s 26th Süper Lig title and their fourth consecutive championship. With the league crown nearly settled, the club is already shifting its focus toward the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League, with Osimhen viewed as the essential component of their European ambitions
