Victor Osimhen has decided to stay at Galatasaray despite strong interest from Arsenal
Victor Osimhen has opted to remain at Galatasaray, rejecting interest from Arsenal during the current transfer window. The striker is reportedly motivated by the club's project and the arrival of new teammates, leaving Arsenal to pursue other targets like Julian Alvarez.
Why it matters
The decision impacts Arsenal's squad-building strategy as they look to bolster their attack before the transfer deadline.
Arsenal target Victor Osimhen has decided to stay at Galatasaray beyond this summer despite strong interest from the Gunners, according to French outlet Foot Mercato .
Mikel Arteta has the Nigerian on his wishlist as the North London club are desperate to bring a new striker to the Emirates Stadium club.
Arsenal have Atletico Madrid's Julian Alvarez on their radar, but signing the Argentine has proven tricky all summer as he wants to join Barcelona.
The Gunners have other striking targets in mind but Osimhen has no plans on leaving the Super Lig this summer.
He is excited with the project at the club, with the imminent arrival of Portuguese attacker Rafael Leao from AC Milan playing a key role in his decision.
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