Astronomical €150m bid rebuffed: Galatasaray stand firm on Osimhen

Galatasaray instantly rejected an astronomical €150 million (£128 million) bid from Saudi Pro League giants Al‑Hilal for Victor Osimhen, the 27‑year‑old Nigerian striker, signalling the Turkish club’s refusal to part with its key forward this summer in a move that has sent shockwaves across the European transfer market.

According to Fanatik, Al‑Hilal – led by club president Prince Nawaf bin Saad—initially approached Galatasaray with an informal €130 million valuation for the striker. The Saudi giants aimed to secure the Nigerian international during the summer window.

After Galatasaray expressed zero interest, Al‑Hilal raised its offer to €150 million and dangled a net annual salary package of €50 million for Osimhen. The enhanced proposal underscored the Saudi club’s determination to add the forward to their ranks.

Galatasaray’s uncompromising stance

President Dursun Özbek and the Sarı‑Kırmızılı board made it clear that no formal negotiations would be entered. They told Al‑Hilal representatives that Osimhen is central to the club’s European and domestic ambitions and will not be sold under any circumstances this summer.

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Having secured Osimhen’s permanent transfer following his loan spell, Galatasaray view the forward as their defining sports asset. The hierarchy believes sacrificing squad stability for a record fee would jeopardise their season objectives.

Implications for buyer and market

Premier League contenders Arsenal continue to monitor Osimhen’s availability as a potential late‑window option for Mikel Arteta’s attack. Galatasaray’s dismissal of the €150 million Saudi bid reinforces that any acquisition before the transfer deadline would require an extraordinary turn of events.

For Galatasaray, retaining Osimhen preserves a cornerstone of their European campaign, while Al‑Hilal must look elsewhere for a marquee striker this summer. The Saudi outfit’s pursuit demonstrates its willingness to offer lucrative contracts, as shown by the €50 million net annual salary proposal.