Victor Osimhen, synonymous with blockbuster switch sagas, is poised to dominate headlines once more because the January switch window approaches, Soccernet.ng studies.

The Napoli-owned striker, at the moment on mortgage at Galatasaray, has attracted curiosity from Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), Chelsea, Manchester United, and a yet-to-be-identified Saudi Arabian membership, in line with Gianluca Di Marzio by way of Kontraspor.

PSG, recognized for his or her lavish spending, reportedly supplied €220 million final summer time in a sensational deal to safe each Osimhen and Napoli teammate Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.

Napoli, nevertheless, rejected the bid, unwilling to half with their Georgian playmaker. Al-Ahli, a Saudi Professional League powerhouse, additionally sought Osimhen however fell quick because the Nigerian star was adamant about remaining in Europe. Al-Ahli ultimately turned to Brentford’s Ivan Toney.

Chelsea got here tantalizingly near signing Osimhen earlier than the switch deadline however fell quick, paving the way in which for his mortgage transfer to Galatasaray.

The 25-year-old has been distinctive in Turkey, scoring 9 objectives and offering 5 assists in simply 12 appearances.

Regardless of curiosity from PSG and Saudi Arabia, Osimhen stays dedicated to Galatasaray, aiming to win the Süper Lig and Europa League.

“I need to end the season right here,” Osimhen reportedly acknowledged, regardless of rumours of clauses that would permit a January departure.

Galatasaray are working to safe sponsorship offers to fund a everlasting switch for the striker.

In the meantime, PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi hinted at a renewed pursuit, telling Sky Sports activities: “If a possibility arises, after all we are going to make it occur.”

French journalist Daniel Riolo added that PSG coach Luis Enrique, who accepted the transfer in the summertime, stays eager, with Osimhen’s worth probably decrease than over the past window.