Victor Osimhen has rejected a € 35 m-a-year offer from Al Hilal despite Napoli accepting the Saudi club’s €75m release clause. He prefers to stay in Europe, with Juventus now the frontrunner for his signature.
- Al Hilal’s €75m offer was accepted by Napoli.
- Osimhen turned down €35m/year over 4 years.
- Juventus now lead the race, but must pay more due to clause restrictions.
- Galatasaray is also monitoring the situation.
- Al Hilal hoped to have him for the FIFA Club World Cup in the US.
Osimhen’s decision goes beyond money. At 26, the Nigerian striker appears focused on competitive football at the highest level. A move to Juventus keeps him in Europe’s top tier and possibly in Champions League contention. The Italian giants now face a tricky negotiation with Napoli, especially with the €75m clause applying only to foreign clubs.
Rejecting Saudi riches is a bold call. If Osimhen joins Juventus, it could be one of Serie A’s biggest moves this summer—and a defining step in his career legacy.
