Victor Osimhen celebrating after scoring for Galatasaray
Galatasaray forward Victor Osimhen has responded to transfer speculation after being linked with a switch to Premier League champions Arsenal.
The Nigerian talisman is among the best strikers in world football and has often been touted for a big move to England. Speaking on GIVEMESPORT's Market Madness Podcast, Ben Jacobs confirmed Osimhen's name had come up in discussions at the Emirates.
However, one of many potential stumbling blocks in a potential transfer is the 27-year-old's astronomical wages. Osimhen is the highest-paid player in the Turkish Super Lig, earning more (£307,000-per-week) than Mohamed Salah and N'Golo Kante.
Victor Osimhen Refuses to Rule Out Arsenal Move
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Following his club's most recent game, a 2-2 draw with Corum on the opening day of the Turkish league season, Osmihen responded to transfer rumours linking him with a move away from the club.
When asked about the links to Arsenal, he refused to rule out any possibility. "There are always rumours during the transfer windows," he said (per Metro). "I’ll focus on my job. I’m focused on my work. We’ll see and think about what comes next then."
Highest-paid African footballers in the world right now (2025) featuring Mohamed Salah, Riyad Mahrez and Sadio Mane
Highest-paid African footballers in the world right now (2025) featuring Mohamed Salah, Riyad Mahrez and Sadio Mane
His comments came after Osimhen appeared to head into the stands to apologise to Galatasaray fans following the disappointing draw. Watch the video below.
"It’s going to be a tough season. The team is aware of that," the ex-Napoli striker said in his post-match interview. Osimhen did stress his commitment to the Turkish giants, as he continued:
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Osimhen Has Premier League 'Dream'
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Back in 2023, while still playing for Napoli, Osimhen publicly spoke about his 'dream' of playing in the English top-flight one day. Per Sky Sports, he said: "I think playing in one of the top five leagues in the world is an amazing feeling for me
"A lot of people worldwide consider the Premier League as the best and the strongest league but now I'm in one of the best leagues in the world which is the Italian Serie A.
"I'm working so hard to make sure that I achieve my dream of playing in the Premier League some day, but like I said, it's a process and I just want to keep on this momentum and continue to do well."
It suggests a potential switch to the Premier League champions could be of interest to Osimhen. Whether Mikel Arteta's side will make a concrete move remains to be seen.