Arsenal Continues Discussions with Galatasaray Over Victor Osimhen Transfer
Recent reports indicate that Arsenal is still actively engaging with Galatasaray concerning a potential transfer for Victor Osimhen, despite conflicting claims from English media. According to Sebastien Denis’s report for Foot Mercato, negotiations are ongoing.
The chief point of contention lies in Osimhen’s substantial salary, reportedly around €20 million net per year, which has prompted Arsenal to proceed cautiously regarding any offers. The club has expressed that they are unwilling to make an unreasonable financial proposal.
Denis’s report suggests that the resolution now depends on Osimhen. If he is willing to adjust his wage expectations, he may secure a move to the Premier League.
Earlier in the week, James McNicholas from The Athletic stated that there were no active negotiations between the two clubs regarding Osimhen, a statement that contrasts with the findings of Foot Mercato.
McNicholas indicated that while discussions have taken place about various players, Osimhen was not among the key subjects currently being considered.
Furthermore, Matt Law from The Telegraph initially reported that discussions about Osimhen emerged during conversations about other players like Gabriel Martinelli and Ethan Nwaneri.
However, clarity remains elusive regarding whether Andrea Berta from Arsenal proposed the move or if Osimhen was officially offered to the team.
Club president Dursun Ozbek has reportedly stated that regardless of the financial offer, Osimhen is not for sale. The current reporting presents a mixed picture: either Arsenal is negotiating, or they are not, with conflicting reasons cited for the uncertainty.
While there is consensus that no immediate deal is in sight, the situation may evolve as the transfer window progresses, contingent on the validity of the various claims circulating in the press.
Arsenal reportedly remain in talks with Galatasaray for Victor Osimhen, contrary to recent claims in the English media.
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Sebastien Denis reports for Foot Mercato that despite what has been claimed in England this week, Arsenal are still in talks with Galatasaray over the potential transfer of Victor Osimhen.
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Denis claims the player’s huge salary is the main sticking point, with Osimhen’s €20m net annual wages making Arsenal think twice. The Gunners have no intention of making an unreasonable offer.
The report suggests the ball is now in the striker’s court, and if he’ll lower his demands, he could get the chance to play in the Premier League.
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James McNicholas had reported for The Athletic earlier in the week that there are no active negotiations between Arsenal and Galatasaray over a potential transfer for Osimhen, a claim that Foot Mercato are evidently disputing.
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McNicholas suggested the two clubs have been in dialogue over several players, but not currently Osimhen.
Matt Law had initially reported for The Telegraph that during talks between Arsenal and Galatasaray over Gabriel Martinelli and Ethan Nwaneri, the topic of Osimhen’s availability was raised.
Law wrote that it was unclear whether Arsenal’s Andrea Berta suggested the move, or whether the striker was offered to the Gunners.
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Yet club president Dursun Ozbek has reportedly said that no matter how much money is offered, he’s not selling Osimhen.
The reporting on this story is a little scattershot at the moment. Either Arsenal are in talks, or they aren’t. Either the issue is Galatasaray’s refusal to sell, or Osimhen’s wage demands.
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The one thing everyone seems to agree on is that a deal isn’t currently close. Whether that could change in the final week of the transfer window depends on which sources you believe.
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