Arsenal have officially entered the race to sign Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, signaling their readiness to activate his £62 million (€75 million) release clause this summer.
Gunners Enter Race for Osimhen: Arsenal to Trigger £62m Release Clause
The 26-year-old forward, currently on loan at Galatasaray from Napoli, has attracted interest from several top European clubs, including Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain.
Osimhen’s loan spell at Galatasaray has been nothing short of remarkable. In 18 appearances, he has netted 14 goals.
Arsenal’s pursuit of Osimhen stems from a pressing need to bolster their attacking options. Injuries to key forwards Gabriel Jesus and Kai Havertz have left the Gunners seeking a reliable goal scorer to spearhead their offense.
While Newcastle’s Alexander Isak was initially targeted, his £120 million valuation has deterred Arsenal, prompting them to explore alternatives like Osimhen.
The North London club has reportedly made official contact with Osimhen’s representatives, expressing their intent to meet his release clause.
However, they face stiff competition from Manchester United, who have also shown keen interest in the Nigerian international.
Turkish journalist Yagiz Sabuncuoglu noted, “Arsenal and Man Utd both want Osimhen… As of today, Arsenal has officially joined Man Utd in the race for Osimhen.”
Financial considerations play a significant role in this potential transfer. Osimhen’s current wages at Napoli are reported to be £413,000 per week, a figure he expects any prospective club to match.
It remains uncertain whether Arsenal is prepared to meet these salary demands.
As the summer transfer window approaches, Arsenal’s determination to secure Osimhen’s signature underscores their ambition to strengthen their attacking lineup.
Supporters eagerly await further developments, hopeful that the prolific striker will don the red and white jersey in the upcoming season.
