Victor Osimhen has officially joined Galatasaray on loan from Napoli, according to George Gardi. The deal was initiated immediately after the European transfer market closed, with Napoli and the player both quickly agreeing to the move.
Quick Agreement
George Gardi revealed to TMW that the negotiations began at 00:01 on Friday, right after the European market closed. “Napoli immediately opened the doors to Gala loan move and the player also did the same,” Gardi stated. “We had to be fast and Victor Osimhen immediately said yes.”
Osimhen’s New Number
Victor Osimhen will wear the number 45 shirt at Galatasaray, as previously reported on 4 September 2024.
Background
The Nigerian striker, aged 25, was excluded from Napoli’s squad on 31 August 2024, with Romelu Lukaku taking over the number 9 shirt. This exclusion paved the way for his loan move to the Turkish club.
Osimhen, known for his pace and clinical finishing, previously played for Lille before joining Napoli. His style of play is characterised by his ability to exploit spaces behind defences and his proficiency in aerial duels.