Victor Osimhen to Galatasaray: Rumoured Terms & Conditions of Napoli Exit Revealed
Here are the rumoured terms and conditions Galatasaray reportedly agreed to in order to secure Victor Osimhen’s transfer from Napoli.
According to reports, Turkish champions Galatasaray and Serie A side Napoli have reached an agreement in principle for the transfer of Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen ahead of the 2025/2026 football season.
On the night of Sunday, July 20, 2025, renowned transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano broke the news that both clubs had settled on key conditions after two rejected bids and a series of negotiation hurdles from the Italian side.
📝 Key Terms and Conditions Napoli Reportedly Imposed
- Revised Payment Structure: Galatasaray initially offered to pay €40 million upfront, with the remaining €35 million spread over five years. Napoli rejected this, countering with a new structure where the full €75 million must be paid over two years—this was reportedly accepted by Gala.
- Special Goal Bonuses: Both clubs agreed to a goal milestone bonus clause. Galatasaray will pay Napoli an additional fee whenever Osimhen reaches specific goal targets set in the contract.
- Sell-On Clause: Napoli included a 10% sell-on clause. If Galatasaray sells Victor Osimhen in the future, Napoli will receive 10% of the transfer fee.
- No Return to Serie A Clause: Osimhen is prohibited from joining another Serie A club for the next two years. This clause prevents him from returning to the Italian top flight until at least 2027.
⚽ What’s Next for Victor Osimhen?
Victor Osimhen is expected to make his return to elite club football with Galatasaray in the 2025/2026 UEFA Champions League. With his proven scoring ability and experience in top leagues, the Super Eagles striker is poised to shine once again on the European stage—solidifying his status as one of Africa’s most valuable football exports.
