{"id":4817,"date":"2025-06-09T12:35:49","date_gmt":"2025-06-09T09:35:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/?p=4817"},"modified":"2025-06-09T12:35:50","modified_gmt":"2025-06-09T09:35:50","slug":"victor-osimhen-rejects-al-hilal-move","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/victor-osimhen-rejects-al-hilal-move\/","title":{"rendered":"Victor Osimhen Rejects Al Hilal Move"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong> Transfer Race Reopens for Nigerian Striker<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Victor Osimhen has officially <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thisdaylive.com\/2025\/06\/09\/osimhen-rejects-al-hilals-blockbuster-deal-for-the-fifth-time\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.thisdaylive.com\/2025\/06\/09\/osimhen-rejects-al-hilals-blockbuster-deal-for-the-fifth-time\/\">turned down Al Hilal\u2019s offer<\/a><\/strong>, despite Napoli and the Saudi club reaching a<a href=\"https:\/\/onefootball.com\/en\/news\/report-osimhen-rejects-opening-al-hilal-offer-but-talks-continue-41212341\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/onefootball.com\/en\/news\/report-osimhen-rejects-opening-al-hilal-offer-but-talks-continue-41212341\"> <strong>\u20ac75 million agreement<\/strong><\/a>. The Nigerian forward remains focused on continuing his career in Europe, leaving the door open for other clubs\u2014most notably <strong>Galatasaray<\/strong>, who are still pushing to secure his signature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Osimhen Rejected <a href=\"https:\/\/alhilal.com\/bp\/en\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/alhilal.com\/bp\/en\">Al Hilal<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.transfermarkt.com\/victor-osimhen\/profil\/spieler\/401923\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.transfermarkt.com\/victor-osimhen\/profil\/spieler\/401923\">Osimhen\u2019s<\/a> decision to reject Al Hilal\u2019s bid comes as no surprise, given his ambition to compete at the highest level. The striker has consistently expressed his desire to play in <strong>top European competitions<\/strong>, and a move to Saudi Arabia, despite its financial appeal, does not align with his career goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Al Hilal had identified Osimhen as the <strong>perfect striker for Simone Inzaghi\u2019s tactical setup<\/strong>, but with the Nigerian opting out, the Saudi club will now reassess their options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"494\" height=\"586\" data-id=\"4820\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/v.-Osimhen-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4820\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/v.-Osimhen-1.jpg 494w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/v.-Osimhen-1-253x300.jpg 253w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/v.-Osimhen-1-150x178.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/v.-Osimhen-1-300x356.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 494px) 100vw, 494px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">photo courtesy<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sports.yahoo.com\/article\/galatasaray-fans-bid-keep-osimhen-112700654.html#:~:text=During%20the%20club's%20title%2Dclinching,but%20because%20you%20want%20to'.\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/sports.yahoo.com\/article\/galatasaray-fans-bid-keep-osimhen-112700654.html#:~:text=During%20the%20club's%20title%2Dclinching,but%20because%20you%20want%20to'.\">Galatasaray\u2019s Interest<\/a> and Other Suitors<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Galatasaray, where Osimhen spent the <strong>2024\/25 season on loan<\/strong>, remains keen on signing him permanently. The Turkish giants benefited immensely from his presence, as he <strong>scored 26 goals in 30 league matches<\/strong>, helping them secure a <strong>domestic double<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, Galatasaray faces stiff competition from other European clubs, with several Premier League and Serie A teams monitoring the situation. Napoli, despite agreeing to sell him, may now entertain offers from clubs in England, Germany, or Spain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/fbref.com\/en\/players\/8c90fd7a\/Victor-Osimhen\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.espn.com\/soccer\/player\/_\/id\/228296\/victor-osimhen\">Osimhen\u2019s Career and Stats<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Osimhen has established himself as one of the most prolific strikers in world football. His journey from <strong>VfL Wolfsburg to Charleroi, Lille, Napoli, and Galatasaray<\/strong> has been marked by consistent goal-scoring performances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a breakdown of his <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.espn.com\/soccer\/player\/_\/id\/228296\/victor-osimhen\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.espn.com\/soccer\/player\/_\/id\/228296\/victor-osimhen\">career stats<\/a><\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Club<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Years<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Appearances<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Goals<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Assists<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Napoli<\/strong><\/td><td>2020-2024<\/td><td>108<\/td><td>65<\/td><td>10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Galatasaray<\/strong><\/td><td>2024\/25<\/td><td>30<\/td><td>26<\/td><td>5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Lille<\/strong><\/td><td>2019-2020<\/td><td>27<\/td><td>13<\/td><td>4<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Charleroi<\/strong><\/td><td>2018-2019<\/td><td>36<\/td><td>20<\/td><td>4<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Wolfsburg<\/strong><\/td><td>2017-2019<\/td><td>14<\/td><td>0<\/td><td>0<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignwide size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"452\" height=\"290\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/osimhen-1st.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4759\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/osimhen-1st.jpg 452w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/osimhen-1st-300x192.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/osimhen-1st-150x96.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 452px) 100vw, 452px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">photo courtesy<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Osimhen\u2019s most successful spell came at <strong>Napoli<\/strong>, where he won the <strong>Serie A title in 2022\/23<\/strong> and finished as the league\u2019s <strong>top scorer with 26 goals<\/strong>. His ability to lead the line, press defenders, and finish clinically has made him one of the most sought-after strikers in world football.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What\u2019s Next for Osimhen?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>With Al Hilal out of the race, Osimhen\u2019s future remains uncertain. Galatasaray will continue their pursuit, but Napoli may now entertain <strong>bids from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.football365.com\/news\/case-closed-victor-osimhen-rejects-saudi-transfer-priority-revealed#:~:text=Victor%20Osimhen%20has%20rejected%20Saudi,to%20sign%20the%20Nigerian%20international.\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.football365.com\/news\/case-closed-victor-osimhen-rejects-saudi-transfer-priority-revealed#:~:text=Victor%20Osimhen%20has%20rejected%20Saudi,to%20sign%20the%20Nigerian%20international.\">Premier League <\/a>and Bundesliga clubs<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"576\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"4822\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/v.Osimhen-2-576x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4822\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/v.Osimhen-2-576x1024.jpeg 576w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/v.Osimhen-2-169x300.jpeg 169w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/v.Osimhen-2-150x267.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/v.Osimhen-2-300x533.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/v.Osimhen-2-696x1237.jpeg 696w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/v.Osimhen-2.jpeg 736w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Osimhen\u2019s decision to reject Saudi Arabia suggests he is looking for a <strong>competitive European club<\/strong>, possibly one competing in the <strong>Champions League<\/strong>. His next move will be crucial in determining whether he continues his dominance in Europe or seeks a fresh challenge elsewhere.<br><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/\">BangbetNews<\/a> Home of Updates on all Football News!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Bet on all Exclusive Football Games with:<br><\/em><\/strong><br><a href=\"http:\/\/bangbet.com\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"bangbet.com\">Bangbet <\/a>More Than Win!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Transfer Race Reopens for Nigerian Striker Victor Osimhen has officially turned down Al Hilal\u2019s offer, despite Napoli and the Saudi club reaching a \u20ac75 million agreement. The Nigerian forward remains focused on continuing his career in Europe, leaving the door open for other clubs\u2014most notably Galatasaray, who are still pushing to secure his signature. 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