Arsenal will not break the bank with personal terms to sign 27-year-old Nigerian international Victor Osimhen from Galatasaray this summer.
According to a report by Foot Mercato, Victor Osimhen remains the subject of interest from Arsenal. The Gunners are keen on reinforcing their offensive unit by signing a prolific striker in the final days of the ongoing transfer window, and they have their sights set on the 27-year-old Galatasaray centre-forward.
The report by Foot Mercato has now reported that Osimhen’s €20 million-a-year wages pose an issue not just for Arsenal but for any European club. However, despite not being willing to pay over-the-top wages to the former Napoli striker, they remain keen on securing his services in the coming days.
How has Victor Osimhen fared at Galatasaray?
Victor Osimhen has continue to bolster his reputation as one of the world’s best strikers since joining Galatasaray from Napoli. The 27-year-old moved to Turkiye in September 2024 after issues behind the scenes at the Serie A club. Galatasaray initially signed him on loan before sealing a permanent deal 12 months later.
In his first season with Cimbom, Osimhen was excellent, delivering consistent goal contributions. He has maintained his high standards since then, accumulating 22 goals and 8 assists in 33 outings across all competitions in the 2025/26 campaign while starting this term with four goals and one assist in only two appearances thus far. Such figures underscore why Osimhen remains a target for multiple high-profile clubs, including Arsenal.
A man in high demand
Victor Osimhen has been on Arsenal’s wishlist for a long time. The continued interest makes sense, even though Mikel Arteta has three strikers in his squad. The Gunners already reinforced their attacking unit by signing Viktor Gyokeres last summer. However, the Swedish international was inconsistent in his debut season in English football, as he took time to adjust to the intensity and physicality of the Premier League.
Additionally, Gabriel Jesus faces an uncertain future at the Emirates amid his links with Napoli. Meanwhile, recent reports have linked Gyokeres with Barcelona. These factors have prompted Arsenal to explore additional striking options, with Osimhen emerging as a viable target due to his excellent goalscoring record and poaching instinct.
Arsenal’s initial moves to secure Osimhen suggest a summer switch to the Emirates is not straightforward, due to their unwillingness to match his €20 million-a-year wages. However, with recent reports claiming the Nigerian international is open to joining the Premier League champions, a deal may be possible.