Sh*ck Omission: Osimhen Missing As Napoli Drops Pre-Season Squad List For Galatasaray Clash

Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has been noticeably absent from Napoli’s pre-season squad list, intensifying rumors of a potential transfer to Turkish champions Galatasaray.

The Italian side kicked off their pre-season training on Monday, July 14, with players undergoing routine medical checks. However, Osimhen’s name was missing from the official team list, raising fresh speculation about his future with the club.

Although Napoli has yet to make any official announcement regarding Osimhen’s status, Italian media reports suggest his absence is linked to ongoing negotiations over a possible move to Galatasaray.

The Turkish giants initially tabled a €50 million bid, which was promptly rejected by Napoli. However, they reportedly returned with an improved €70 million offer—an amount that comes close to Napoli’s valuation of the Super Eagles forward.

According to Soccernet, insiders claim that talks between both clubs are progressing, with final terms being ironed out, making a permanent transfer seem increasingly imminent.

Meanwhile, Galatasaray is already shaping up for a strong season, recently thrashing Umraniyespor 5–2 in a pre-season match, showcasing their intent to further reinforce their attacking lineup.

Osimhen, who joined Napoli in 2020, played a pivotal role in the club’s 2022/2023 Serie A title win—their first in over 30 years. A move to Galatasaray would represent one of the most significant transfers for a Nigerian footballer in recent memory.