Arsenal could secure Victor Osimhen with a bid exceeding £60 million, but his hefty salary presents a significant hurdle, according to recent reports. The Gunners have reportedly discussed the Nigerian striker's availability with Galatasaray, reigniting transfer speculation that has followed Osimhen for years.
Football Insider suggests that Arsenal would need to offer more than £60 million to persuade Galatasaray to part ways with the 27-year-old forward. This transfer fee, however, is only part of the story, as Osimhen reportedly earns over £300,000 per week, which would significantly impact Arsenal's wage structure.
Osimhen, who signed a four-year deal with Galatasaray last summer, was a standout performer in his debut permanent season, notching 28 goal contributions in 33 appearances. The Gunners have already initiated conversations regarding his situation, with his availability mentioned during discussions about Gabriel Martinelli and Ethan Nwaneri.
While a transfer fee north of £60 million might seem reasonable for a striker of Osimhen's caliber in today's market, given his elite experience, physicality, and scoring prowess across different leagues, his weekly wage demands are a major sticking point. Such a salary could make him one of Arsenal's top earners, potentially disrupting the existing pay scale.
Arsenal are exploring multiple attacking targets and shouldn't feel pressured to move solely based on Galatasaray's potential willingness to accept a manageable transfer fee. However, if Mikel Arteta is seeking a genuine game-changer, opportunities to acquire a striker with Osimhen's pedigree for around £60 million are rare, and the groundwork for talks is already laid.
