Victor Osimhen’s future remains uncertain despite Galatasaray’s passionate attempts to convince the Nigerian striker to stay permanently after his stellar loan spell.
The 26-year-old once again proved his worth in Galatasaray’s title-clinching 3-0 win over Kayserispor, opening the scoring with his 36th goal of the season.
Yet, while fans celebrated the Super Lig triumph with elaborate displays—including drone shows and choreographed banners begging “Stay with us, Osi!Not because you have to, but because you want to.” —the harsh reality is that Napoli still holds the cards.
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Osimhen’s loan deal does not include a buy option, meaning he is contractually obligated to return to Italy unless Napoli agrees to a transfer.
While Galatasaray’s supporters have launched the #StayWithUsOsimhen campaign, the heartfelt message captured the fans’ admiration for the 26-year-old, who has also helped the team lift the Turkish Cup this season and led them through a solid Europa League run, where he scored six goals in seven matches. Their emotional appeals may not be enough to sway the financial and sporting considerations at play.
Victor Osimhen
Having already lifted the Turkish Cup and starred in the Europa League, Osimhen’s stock continues to rise. Napoli, facing their own rebuilding phase, could demand a hefty fee or even reintegrate him into their squad.
Meanwhile, other European clubs are monitoring the situation, ready to pounce if negotiations stall.
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For now, Galatasaray’s love affair with Osimhen hangs by a thread. The fans’ devotion is undeniable, but in modern football, sentiment often loses to cold, hard business.
Will their heartfelt gestures be enough to tip the scales? Or is this just a beautiful farewell before Osimhen’s next chapter?
