Victor Osimhen’s historic transfer to Galatasaray from Napoli has set new records.
Galatasaray will pay a total of 75 Million Euros for the 26-year-old striker before the end of next year.
In Turkey, this is by far the most expensive transfer ever.
According to Transfermarkt, Orkun Kökçü was the most expensive transfer to Turkey when Besiktas paid around €25 million earlier this summer.
Osimhen’s deal is now thrice that.
In Italy, Osimhen’s move is the seventh biggest behind the likes of Romelu Lukaku (Inter to Chelsea 113 Million Euros) and Paul Pogba (Juventus to Manchester United 105 Million Euros).
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Flying Eagles gear up for second World Cup warm-up
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