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Victor Osimhen celebrates after contributing to Galatasaray’s 25th Süper Lig title win. | Instagram
Istanbul, Turkey – In a landmark transfer, Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has officially joined Turkish Süper Lig champions Galatasaray, marking a significant moment in his career and reshaping the financial landscape for African footballers. The move, finalized on August 1, 2025, sees Osimhen transfer from Napoli for a reported fee of €20 million plus add-ons.
The deal secures Osimhen a ample annual net salary of €15 million, excluding performance-based loyalty bonuses and revenue from image rights. This financial package elevates the 26-year-old forward to a prominent position among the highest earners in African football.
Analysis by sports news outlets indicates Osimhen now ranks fourth among the top-paid African footballers, trailing only Algerian winger Riyad Mahrez (currently playing for a Saudi Arabian club), Senegalese forward Sadio Mané (also in the Saudi Pro league), and Senegalese defender Kalidou Koulibaly (Al-Hilal SFC). Notably, Osimhen’s earnings surpass those of Egyptian superstar Mohamed Salah, who plays for Liverpool FC.
Galatasaray, based in Istanbul, finished the 2024-2025 Süper Lig season with 93 points, securing their 25th league title. Osimhen’s arrival is expected to bolster the team’s attacking prowess as they prepare to compete in the 2025-2026 UEFA Champions League. The forward’s previous club, napoli, finished tenth in the 2024-2025 Serie A season.
Osimhen’s contract with Galatasaray is structured over a four-year period, guaranteeing him approximately ₦36 billion (Nigerian Naira) annually, based on current exchange rates. This substantial income reflects his growing stature as one of the moast sought-after strikers in European football and underscores the increasing financial power of the Turkish Süper Lig.
