Opting to stay in Europe amid rising transfer rumors, Victor Osimhen has turned down a prominent transfer to Al-Hilal and is concentrating instead on staying in Europe. Chelsea has long valued the Nigerian striker, who is now considering his options as several major teams track his progress in view of a potential summer move.
Al-Hilal had tabled an impressive £63 million offer for Osimhen, hoping to secure his services in time for the Club World Cup. Despite the Saudi club’s persistence — submitting five proposals in total — the 26-year-old has remained firm in his decision to stay in Europe. Reports indicate that a top Serie A club has shown concrete interest, while Chelsea continue to track the situation closely.
🚨 Victor Osimhen has rejected Al-Hilal for a third time:
– Al Hilal's first offer: €30M-a-year. REJECTED. ❌
– Al Hilal's second offer: €35M-a-year. REJECTED. ❌
– Al Hilal's third offer: €45M-a-year. REJECTED. ❌
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— Football Tweet ⚽ (@Football__Tweet) June 8, 2025
Victor Osimhen’s European Ambitions Remain Clear
By rejecting Al-Hilal, Osimhen emphasizes his goal to play in European football at the highest level. After scoring 37 goals in 41 games on loan at Galatasaray last season, the striker is being deliberate about his next step. As his 27th birthday draws near, he is not speeding into a decision.
Napoli are ready to part ways with their star forward. Under new manager Antonio Conte, Osimhen does not appear to feature in the club’s long-term plans. Despite netting 76 goals in 113 matches for the Naples outfit, his chapter there is expected to close this summer.
Chelsea has shown steady interest in Osimhen. The club still wants to include a tried and true goal scorer in their ranks even after acquiring Liam Delap from Ipswich Town for £30 million. Depth in the striker position is obviously a top need as manager Enzo Maresca gets ready for a difficult season including the Club World Cup.
One big challenge, though, stays. With a salary of approximately £400,000 per week, Victor Osimhen would be among the highest paid in world football. Working under demanding budgetary constraints, Chelsea are reluctant to fulfill those requests. The size of this financial disparity could affect how far they chase a deal.
Still, the Blues are not ruling anything out. Their pursuit of a second forward could escalate later in the window, especially if other options fall through. Osimhen’s pedigree — bolstered by a Super Lig title, Turkish Cup, and Golden Boot with Galatasaray — makes him one of the most attractive strikers on the market.
🚨🚫 Victor Osimhen deal remains off with Al Hilal since Sunday as no contacts took place in the last 24 hours.
Osimhen will consider all his options available to leave Napoli with Galatasaray still keen, race open again. pic.twitter.com/vX8n8JjplR
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 10, 2025
Galatasaray Still in the Picture
Victor Osimhen’s brilliant loan run at Galatasaray has not gone unnoticed. The Turkish champions are ready to bring him back permanently. The club has made it clear they would welcome a reunion; his 26 goals in 30 league games were crucial in their title-winning run.
But rivalry from the European elite may complicate that aim. Galatasaray are fighting an uphill battle to satisfy both the valuation and salary expectations associated with the striker given interest from Italy and the Premier League. Still, their relationship with the player offers them an outside opportunity if other choices fail.
Osimhen will now carefully select his next team. Should Napoli be willing to sell and the transfer window gathers momentum, a decision could come before the end of the month. Chelsea, Galatasaray, and clubs all around England and Italy will be intently observing.
Victor Osimhen is still one of the most coveted strikers in world football. His next transfer may alter not only his professional path but also the aspirations of any team that signs him.
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