Galatasaray vice-president Ibrahim Hatipoglu is assured Victor Osimhen will keep in Istanbul at the very least till the tip of the season.
The Nigerian signed for the Turkish giants on mortgage till June, whereas his contract with Napoli stays legitimate till the summer time of 2026.
Over the previous couple of days, reviews within the Italian media urged a sensational state of affairs that may see the 25-year-old be a part of Juventus.
The Bianconeri might be on the lookout for a brand new bomber amidst Dusan Vlahovic’s ongoing struggles. Nonetheless, many imagine an settlement with Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis stays unlikely, because the latter wouldn’t wish to reinforce a direct rival.
Furthermore, Galatasaray’s VP has now poured chilly water on the rumor. He insists the striker gained’t be leaving the membership in the midst of the season, however will stay till the tip of his mortgage stint on the very least.
“There isn’t any likelihood that Osimhen will depart the group in January,” stated Hatipoglu in his his interview with Spor Kazani through IlBianconero.
“In actual fact, we’re planning to maintain him for subsequent season as nicely. Osimhen will stay a Galatasaray participant till June.
“Discussing these items solely serves the media and spoils the pleasure of watching Osimhen play. He’s exhibiting in each match how a lot he’s connected to Galatasaray.
“Folks play the place they’re glad. He has a contract with us till the tip of the season. He’s very glad to be at Galatasaray.
“We must always moderately take into consideration proceed with Osimhen in future seasons. There isn’t any level in discussing whether or not he’ll depart in the course of the mid-season break.”