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Victor Osimhen admitted before the first leg of the UEFA Champions League playoffs that Juventus wanted to sign him in the past.

Juventus to Face Daunting Task if They Targeted Osimhen

February 20, 2026 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Galatasaray, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2025-2026, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Victor Osimhen admitted before the first leg of the UEFA Champions League playoffs that Juventus wanted to sign him in the past, but Napoli did everything in their power to prevent such a transfer. He added that he had an excellent rapport with Luciano Spalletti.

Napoli have gained separation from the other teams interested in Kevin De Bruyne and don't face superb competition for now.

Napoli 2025/26 Transfers: Major Moves In & Out Under Conte’s Watch

July 27, 2025 Marko Vrakela Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Napoli defied the odds to win the Scudetto last season, defeating Inter in one of the most dramatic title races in recent memory. With none of the most recent five reigning holders managing to retain the crown, history isn't exactly on their side heading into 2025/26.

After a few weeks of intense negotiations, Napoli and Galatasaray have come to terms regarding the permanent transfer of Victor Osimhen.

Napoli and Galatasaray Finally Agree to Osimhen Deal

July 21, 2025 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Galatasaray, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

After a few weeks of intense negotiations, Napoli and Galatasaray have come to terms regarding the permanent transfer of Victor Osimhen. The Partenopei will pocket €75M, the amount of his release clause, although it has technically expired.

Despite the jump start, the transfer market has been open for a minute, especially action-wise, yet some stories have already dragged on.

The Three Most Tiresome Transfer Market Sagas So Far

July 11, 2025 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Galatasaray, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2025-2026, Tactical Trends, Transfer Market

Despite the jump start thanks to the FIFA Club World Cup, the transfer market has been open for just a minute, especially action-wise, yet some stories have already seemingly dragged on for an eternity because of their twists and turns, severely impacting a few teams.

Galatasaray are making strides in their attempt to bring back Victor Osimhen on a permanent deal after a sterling loan.

Napoli and Galatasaray Meet to Set Up Osimhen Deal

July 9, 2025 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Galatasaray, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2025-2026, Transfer Market One comment

Galatasaray are making strides in their attempt to bring back Victor Osimhen on a permanent deal. Their vice-president, Abdullah Kavukcu, has flown to Milan along with intermediary George Gardi to get it done. The Turkish team offers as much as his release clause.