Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen is reportedly on the verge of completing a high-profile move to Galatasaray SK, as sources indicate that the Nigerian striker is scheduled to undergo medical tests ahead of finalizing the deal.

Medicals in View as Galatasaray Steps In

According to Fabrizio on X and corroborated by reports from Daily Post Nigeria, the Turkish football powerhouse has reached an advanced stage in negotiations with Napoli, Osimhen’s current club. The striker is now expected to travel for medical evaluations before sealing the transfer.

Fabrizio said: “Victor Osimhen will land in Istanbul on Wednesday, all documents are counter-signed! Medical on Thursday for Osimhen, back to Galatasaray”

Below is the tweet:

🟡🔴✈️ Victor Osimhen will land in Istanbul on Wednesday, all documents are counter-signed!

Medical on Thursday for Osimhen, back to Galatasaray. pic.twitter.com/e4zXgp27eH

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 29, 2025

This development comes after months of transfer speculation surrounding the 25-year-old, who had previously been linked to several Premier League and Saudi Pro League clubs.

Napoli Exit on the Cards

Victor Osimhen has had a rollercoaster ride at Napoli, where he played a crucial role in securing their historic Serie A title in the 2022/2023 season, scoring 26 league goals. However, this season has seen Napoli struggle for consistency, and the club is believed to be reshuffling ahead of the new campaign.

According to Punch Sports Extra, Napoli has been open to offers for Osimhen since early June, particularly after contract extension talks stalled. It is believed that Galatasaray offered a more structured deal, which appealed to both the player and the club.

Though financial details remain undisclosed, insiders hint that Galatasaray’s offer includes both transfer fees and performance-based bonuses, with Osimhen expected to become one of the club’s highest-paid players.

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What This Means for Osimhen

A move to Galatasaray could give Osimhen a fresh platform in European football, especially as the Turkish side will be competing in the UEFA Champions League next season. The striker has expressed interest in playing at the top level consistently, and this switch may align with those ambitions.

While some critics view the move as a step down from Serie A, others argue that it could provide him with more regular football and the opportunity to cement his legacy outside Italy.

Speaking on a radio interview earlier this month, Osimhen said, “My focus is always on playing football where I feel valued and where I can grow. Whatever comes, I’ll make the best of it.”

Fans React

Reactions have been mixed among Nigerian fans. While some hoped for a Premier League transfer, others are optimistic about his potential success in Turkey.

Twitter user @NaijaBallHub wrote: “Osimhen to Galatasaray? That league better be ready for fireworks. Big move if you ask me.”

Sports analyst Chukwuemeka Okoye shared his thoughts with GlobalHints.com.ng, saying, “It might not be England or Spain, but Galatasaray is a giant in its own right. Osimhen will shine.”

Osimhen should have considered Manchester United ahead of Galatasaray because United is a big Club in Europe than Galatasaray

— Fun Magnet (@toshineworld) July 29, 2025

No body will hear from him again in Europe, his career is over for going to Galatasary.. so sorry for him, even @cysic_xyz is sorry too

— Kizito.esq (@02Rebirth1) July 29, 2025

With Osimhen’s medicals expected to happen soon, the football world waits to see if this deal will usher in a new era for the dynamic striker. While the move might surprise some, it could be a strategic one—offering him stability, Champions League football, and a passionate fan base in Istanbul.

Whether it’s a springboard to something bigger or a new long-term home, one thing is certain: Victor Osimhen is ready for the next chapter.

Stay tuned to GlobalHints.com.ng for more updates on this developing story.