Sports News of Thursday, 10 September 2026
Source: www.afrik-foot.com
Victor Osimhen’s net worth and salary have grown substantially since his permanent €75 million move to Galatasaray in 2025.
This latest chapter in his rise began with his record-breaking transfer from Lille to Napoli back in 2020.
So far, Africa’s most expensive footballer of all time has scored well over 130 career goals across stints with VfL Wolfsburg, Charleroi, Lille, Napoli, and now Galatasaray.
At international level, he has closed in on Rashidi Yekini’s all-time Super Eagles scoring record, with 35 goals for Nigeria—just two shy of the 37-goal mark Yekini set 28 years ago.
In this article, his yearly earnings and net worth are revealed.
Victor Osimhen salary: How much does Super Eagles star earn per week?
Having sealed a permanent move to the Turkish giants in a deal worth €75 million, the most expensive transfer in Turkish football history, Osimhen’s salary package is truly staggering.
According to Capology, the striker has three years remaining on his Galatasaray contract, which runs until June 30, 2029, and is worth an estimated €56,250,000 across that period. For the 2026/27 season, Osimhen’s gross fixed salary is reported at around €18,750,000, working out to roughly €360,577 per week before deductions.
In addition to his salary, Osimhen received a €1m loyalty bonus as part of the transfer, along with approximately €5m for his image rights.
Victor Osimhen net worth 2026
In addition to his salary, Osimhen, who is one of the richest Nigerian footballers, also serves as an ambassador for various top brands, with his net worth estimated at $30–40 million as of 2026.
All of these achievements have made Osimhen one of the most sought-out forwards in global football, increasing his net worth, salary and valuation on and off the pitch.
Victor Osimhen ranks high among Super Eagles highest-paid players
Current Super Eagles players are without doubt the highest-earning crop of players that have ever featured for the national team.
Playing in an era of crazy football money, the likes of Victor Osimhen, Samuel Chukwueze, Alex Iwobi, Kelechi Iheanacho, Wilfred Ndidi, Joe Aribo, and Ademola Lookman remain among the highest earners in the Super Eagles squad.
Victor Osimhen net worth: Frequently Asked Questions
What is Victor Osimhen’s net worth?
Sources vary, but Osimhen’s net worth is estimated at around $30–40 million as of 2026.
How much salary does Victor Osimhen earn per week?
Based on Capology’s reported 2026/27 gross fixed salary of €18,750,000, Osimhen’s weekly wage works out to roughly €360,577.
How much did Galatasaray pay for Victor Osimhen?
Galatasaray signed Osimhen permanently from Napoli in 2025 for a fee of €75 million, making him Africa’s most expensive footballer of all time.
Is Victor Osimhen the highest-paid Nigerian footballer?
Yes. Osimhen’s estimated €18.75 million annual salary makes him comfortably the highest-earning Nigerian player, ahead of teammates like Ademola Lookman and Alex Iwobi.
How much longer is Victor Osimhen contracted to Galatasaray?
Osimhen signed a four-year deal through June 30, 2029, when he joined permanently in 2025, leaving three years remaining on his current contract as of the 2026/27 season.
Osimhen’s performances over the course of his career have won him several individual awards, including:


However, how much do they really make per year? See the most recently available figures, taken from Capology, below:


