Arsenal have intensified their pursuit of Victor Osimhen, with sporting director Andrea Berta personally attending the high-profile Istanbul derby between Galatasaray and Fenerbahce to scout the Super Eagles striker. Despite Arsenal securing a big-money move for Viktor Gyokeres last summer, the North London club are still actively exploring elite attacking options, and Osimhen sits high on that list.
Berta Present at Rams Park
According to reports from Tribuna, Berta was present at Rams Park specifically to monitor Osimhen, who remains one of the most sought-after strikers in world football. The Nigerian forward did not disappoint this season, delivering consistent performances that have reinforced his reputation as a top-tier striker capable of leading the line for Europe's biggest clubs.
Osimhen Shines in Front of Berta
With Berta watching from the stands, Osimhen delivered one of his best performances this season as he powered Galatasaray to a 3-0 win against Fenerbahce at the RAMS Park stadium on Sunday, April 26. The 2023 CAF Player of the Year winner netted the opener in the 40th minute before further goals by Baris Alper Yilmaz and Lucas Torreira ensured Okan Buruk's men took home all three points against their arch-rivals. The win meant Galatasaray extended their lead at the top of the Super Lig table to seven points, and Osimhen looks on course to win his second consecutive league title in Turkey.
Galatasaray Set Huge Osimhen Price Tag
Galatasaray are fully aware of the growing interest in Osimhen and are reportedly preparing for a potential bidding war for their star forward in the summer. Turkish football analyst Zeki Uzundurukan revealed that the club could demand a fee exceeding €120 million before even considering a sale. Such a valuation reflects not only Osimhen's goal-scoring prowess but also his importance to Galatasaray's ambitions both domestically and in Europe. With the Nigerian striker under contract with Galatasaray until 2029, the Turkish giants are in a strong negotiating position and will not be pressured into a cut-price deal.
European Giants Join the Osimhen Race
Arsenal are far from alone in the race to secure Osimhen's signature. Several top European clubs, including Real Madrid, FC Barcelona, and Atletico Madrid, have also shown strong interest in the Super Eagles striker. Beyond Osimhen, Arsenal are also believed to be tracking other talents from the Turkish league, including winger Baris Yilmaz and goalkeeper Ugurcan Cakir, as part of a broader recruitment strategy. However, Osimhen remains the headline target. With 20 goals and multiple assists this season, he continues to prove why he is regarded as one of the best strikers in the game today. As the summer transfer window approaches, the battle for his signature is expected to intensify, setting the stage for one of the biggest transfer sagas in European football.
