The Digest:
Victor Osimhen’s transfer from Napoli to Galatasaray has faced setbacks as both clubs disagree over the payment terms for his €75m release clause. While Osimhen has agreed to a permanent move, negotiations are stalling, with the deadline for the clause expiring soon.
Key Points:
- Osimhen has agreed to move to Galatasaray permanently, and the clubs have reached an agreement on his €75m release clause.
- Talks have stalled due to disagreements over the payment terms, with Galatasaray offering €40m upfront, plus €17.5m in two installments.
- Napoli is requesting bank guarantees to ensure the payment is completed, a requirement that has delayed progress.
- Napoli’s concerns are rooted in past payment issues with Galatasaray involving transfers of Goran Pandev and Blerim Dzemaili in 2014.
- Osimhen has turned down moves to Saudi Arabia and is set on joining Galatasaray after a successful loan spell, scoring 37 goals in 41 games
With the transfer deadline looming, it remains to be seen whether Galatasaray can meet Napoli’s financial terms. If an agreement is reached, Osimhen’s transfer could be finalized swiftly, but delays may push Napoli to consider alternative offers.
Sources: Soccernet
