Galatasaray makes decision on Osimhen transfer amid Arsenal link

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Galatasaray have reportedly ruled out the possibility of selling Victor Osimhen to Arsenal before the end of the transfer window, despite growing interest from the Premier League club.

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According to reports in Turkey, Galatasaray president Dursun Ozbek has made it clear that the Nigerian striker is not available for transfer.

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Arsenal have reportedly discussed a potential move for Osimhen during negotiations with Galatasaray over possible deals involving Gabriel Martinelli and Ethan Nwaneri.

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Osimhen joined Galatasaray permanently from Napoli last summer in a €75 million (£64.8 million) deal and has since established himself as one of the club’s most important players.

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The 26-year-old has scored 59 goals in 74 appearances over the past two seasons, helping Galatasaray win consecutive Turkish Super Lig titles.

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Osimhen’s future has come under renewed speculation following Arsenal’s reported interest, but the striker himself refused to rule out a move before the transfer window closes.

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Speaking after scoring twice in Galatasaray’s 2-2 draw against newly promoted Corum FK in their opening league game on Friday, Osimhen said:

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‘There are always rumours during the transfer windows,’ Osimhen said.

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He added: ‘I’ll focus on my job. I’m focused on my work. We’ll see and think about what comes next then.’

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However, according to Turkish outlet 343 Digital, Ozbek has privately insisted that Galatasaray have no intention of selling their star forward.

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‘I will not say ‘yes’ to any transaction that will harm Galatasaray or not benefit Galatasaray,’ Ozbek is said to have told his inner circle.

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‘What I said about Baris Alper Yilmaz, I am now saying even more strongly about Osimhen. No matter how much the price is, I am not selling Osimhen.’

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Galatasaray’s stance comes after the Turkish champions reportedly rejected a €130 million (£111 million) offer from Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal for Osimhen earlier this week.

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With Arsenal now reportedly monitoring the situation, Osimhen’s future is expected to remain one of the major talking points before the transfer window closes.

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