How Victor Osimhen’s Incredible Transfer To Galatasaray Was Pulled Off By Italian Agent George Gardi

When Victor Osimhen joined Galatasaray, the entire football world paused.
Not because of the club—Galatasaray’s history is rich and respected—
But because one of the best strikers on the planet, at the peak of his powers, chose to trade Serie A for the Süper Lig.

For months, the story was simple:
Osimhen loved Galatasaray. The fans adored him. The connection was instant.

But now, Italian super-agent George Gardi has revealed that behind the scenes, this transfer was far more complex, far more dramatic, and far more unbelievable than anyone imagined.

The Premier League Dream That Collapsed

In the summer of 2024, Osimhen had his eyes on England.
He pushed to leave Napoli, hoping for a Premier League switch.
But his €130 million release clause—and huge wage demands—scared top clubs away.

With relations strained at Napoli and time running out, a surprising door opened:
Galatasaray.

A club that believed.
A fanbase that dreamed.
And an agent who had a plan.

Gardi’s Audacious Pitch That Changed Everything

Gardi revealed to Sky Sports Germany that he literally called Galatasaray’s coach and board to pitch Osimhen.

Their response?

They thought it was a joke.

Why would Napoli let him go?
Why would Osimhen choose Turkey at 26?
Why would a world-class striker make such a move?

What they didn’t know was that Gardi was prepared for chaos.
And chaos is exactly what happened.

The Last Hours Of The Transfer Window

As deals collapsed across Europe, Gardi moved in.

He told Osimhen to extend his Napoli contract by one year.
Napoli, in return, dropped the release clause to €75 million.

This was Gardi’s masterstroke.

But even then, the final hours were messy.

At the airport, Osimhen hesitated.
The UEFA registration deadline was hours away.
Contract issues popped up.
He considered staying at Napoli.

“I was thinking, what if he doesn’t come now?” Gardi said.
“With thousands of fans waiting in Istanbul, those were the longest two hours of my career.”

In the end, Osimhen boarded the plane.
The rest is Turkish football folklore.

The Permanent Deal And A Summer Of Temptation

After leading Galatasaray to the league title, Osimhen became the club’s obsession.
The plan was always a loan-to-buy, but the summer transfer window brought new problems.

Big clubs wanted him.
Bigger offers came in.
But Osimhen chose loyalty.

“Victor told us clearly, ‘I am only going to play with Gala.’”
His decision empowered the club to seal the €75 million permanent deal—one of the smartest financial operations of the modern transfer market.

A Release Clause Fit For A Superstar

Now, the story continues.

Galatasaray reportedly inserted a €140 million release clause into his contract.
Barcelona and other giants are circling.

But for now, the bond remains strong.
A Nigerian superstar.
A passionate Turkish fanbase.
And an agent who made the impossible look simple.

Why This Transfer Dominates The Sports Market Conversation

For analysts, fans, and clubs, Osimhen’s move is a transfer-market masterpiece:

• It broke traditional league hierarchies

• It redefined the Süper Lig’s global appeal

• It proved loyalty can trump money

• It showcased elite behind-the-scenes negotiation strategy

And for the Best Sports Blog audience, this is the kind of story that reminds us why football is more than a game—it’s theatre, strategy, emotion, and legacy all woven together.