Newcastle United have entered the race to secure the services of Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen in 2025, with the club’s owners, the Public Investment Fund, reportedly prepared to activate his £113 million release clause.
This is according to PUNCH Sports Extra and further reports by Chronicle Live’s Lee Ryder.
The Magpies are among several top European clubs poised to explore the possibility of signing the 25-year-old forward, who is currently on loan at Turkish giants Galatasaray from Napoli.
Osimhen has been in sensational form since his September move to Galatasaray, scoring eight goals in nine matches across all competitions. Six of those goals have come in six Turkish Super Lig appearances, solidifying his reputation as one of Europe’s most prolific strikers.
The Nigerian international’s latest heroics came in Galatasaray’s thrilling 3-2 victory over Samsunspor on Sunday.
Osimhen netted twice in the match, extending his team’s unbeaten run and helping them maintain a six-point lead at the top of the Turkish Super Lig table.
Having previously excelled at Lille and Napoli, where he won the Serie A title and earned the league’s top scorer accolade, Osimhen’s consistent goal-scoring exploits have drawn the attention of Europe’s elite clubs.
Newcastle’s interest signals their ambition to strengthen their attacking options as they aim to compete at the highest levels of European football.Osimhen’s potential move to Newcastle would mark a significant investment, reflecting the club’s owners’ commitment to bolstering the squad with world-class talent.
However, with other top teams reportedly monitoring his situation, the Magpies may face stiff competition for the Nigerian’s signature.As the 2025 transfer window approaches, all eyes will be on Osimhen to see where his next chapter unfolds.
For now, his focus remains on maintaining his remarkable form and helping Galatasaray achieve their domestic and European ambitions.
