CHAMPIONS LEAGUE
Ahmet Cakar Urges Galatasaray To Sell Osimhen If €200 Million Bid Arrives
Turkish football analyst Ahmet Cakar has suggested that Galatasaray should consider selling Victor Osimhen if a substantial offer — such as €200 million — comes in from a major European club.
However, the pundit also expressed doubt that the Nigeria international would agree to leave, given his strong connection to the Turkish champions and his earlier decision to reject a far more lucrative offer from Saudi Arabia.
The 26-year-old striker turned down a move to the Middle East in the final days of the summer transfer window, opting instead to sign with Galatasaray — where he earns around €21 million annually. His loyalty to the club has made him a fan favourite, and his performances have only strengthened his status as a global superstar.
Osimhen has been in sensational form, currently sitting as the Champions League top scorer with six goals in three matches, sparking renewed transfer interest from clubs across Europe.
Speaking to GsGazette, Cakar shared his blunt view on the matter:
“If any European team offers €200 million for Osimhen, Galatasaray should sell him. If they don’t, they’re a sucker. In return, maybe Osimhen won’t leave. He turned down twice the salary in Saudi Arabia. He loves Galatasaray like Metin Oktay.”
Meanwhile, Barcelona are reportedly monitoring the situation closely as they prepare for life after Robert Lewandowski, who is expected to leave the club this summer.
Reports from Turkey suggest that Galatasaray would not block Osimhen’s potential exit but would only entertain offers of at least €150 million, double the €75 million they paid Napoli to secure his signature.
With Osimhen’s goal-scoring exploits lighting up Europe and his value soaring, the coming transfer window could see one of the biggest football stories of 2026 unfold — depending on whether loyalty or legacy wins out.
-
World Cup 20261 day agoBruno Fernandes delighted as Cristiano Ronaldo silences critics with first World Cup goals for Portugal
-
World Cup 20262 days agoLionel Messi leads 2026 World Cup Golden Boot race as Mbappe, Haaland and Kane chase history
-
World Cup 20261 day agoBayern Munich close to contract extension agreement with Konrad Laimer after breakthrough in talks
-
Other News2 days agoDaniel Munoz sends Colombia into World Cup knockout rounds as South Americans succeed where Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal failed
-
World Cup 20262 days agoCarlo Ancelotti confirms Neymar is ready for full 90-minute return as Brazil star eyes Scotland clash
-
World Cup 20262 days agoThomas Tuchel faces first real World Cup test as England stumble against Ghana: Winners and losers from frustrating stalemate
-
Other News2 days agoMLS All-Star Mbekezeli Mbokazi Backed for Greatness After Earning More Votes Than Lionel Messi
-
World Cup 20262 days agoCarlos Queiroz Explains Heated Jude Bellingham Confrontation During England’s World Cup Draw With Ghana