Victor Osimhen Becomes Most Expensive Signing in Turkish Football History After €75m Galatasaray Move
Story: Reported by Okafor Joseph and Rita Uzuh for SpringnewsNG Media Limited.
Istanbul, Turkey – July 31, 2025: Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen, has officially become the most expensive player in the history of Turkish football following his €75 million transfer to Galatasaray from Serie A champions, Napoli.
The 26-year-old Nigerian international was unveiled on Wednesday night at the Rams Park Stadium in Istanbul, where thousands of passionate Galatasaray supporters cheered his arrival.
Osimhen, who spent last season on loan with the Turkish giants, has now signed a permanent deal after Galatasaray triggered his €75 million release clause with Napoli, setting a new transfer record in Turkish football history.
Osimhen Tops Turkish Football’s All-Time Transfer Fees
The €75 million fee far surpasses any previous signing in Turkey. He now leads the list of top five most expensive transfers in Turkish football, which includes:
- Victor Osimhen – €75 million (Galatasaray)
- Youssef En-Nesyri – €19.5 million (Fenerbahce)
- Gabriel Sara – €18 million (Galatasaray)
- Mario Jardel – €17 million (Galatasaray)
- Nicolo Zaniolo – €15 million (Galatasaray)
Osimhen’s move marks a historic milestone for both the Turkish Super Lig and Nigerian football, as he becomes the first Nigerian player to hold the country’s all-time transfer record.
Galatasaray fans are hopeful that the Super Eagles striker, known for his explosive pace, aerial dominance, and lethal finishing, will lead the club to domestic and European glory in the 2025/26 season.
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