Saudi giants Al-Hilal reportedly tabled a jaw-dropping offer to lure Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen, promising £22 million annually (roughly ₦44 billion).
The package included a tax-free weekly wage of £425,000, the same offer reportedly rejected by Osimhen last year.
Despite not having a secured future at Napoli, the 26-year-old striker has once again declined the offer from the Saudi Pro League giants.
Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano reported on X that the deal between Osimhen and Al-Hilal is “on the verge of collapse,” as both sides could not come to a final agreement on personal terms.
🚨❌ Understand Victor Osimhen deal with Al Hilal, about to collapse as there’s no agreement with the player.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 5, 2025
👀 Galatasaray have entered strong in the race, trying to get the deal done. pic.twitter.com/jzDyO275HV
Napoli, Osimhen's parent club, also played a role in stalling the move after turning down a €70 million offer from Al-Hilal, which fell short of the €75 million release clause they are adamant on receiving.
Focus still on Europe for Osimhen
Osimhen’s reluctance to move to Saudi Arabia seems to be rooted in his desire to continue playing in Europe, as he is arguably still one of the best strikers in the current transfer window.
The 26-year-old Nigerian striker enjoyed a successful loan spell at Turkish champions Galatasaray, scoring 37 goals in 32 appearances across all competitions.
Osimhen helped guide Okan Buruk’s men to a domestic double, winning both the Turkish League and the Turkish Cup.
While Galatasaray would love to make his stay permanent, they are struggling to meet Napoli’s hefty €75m asking price, GOAL reports.
Nonetheless, other European clubs are lurking. According to Osimhen’s close friend Buchi Lamba, a top Italian club is poised to hijack any potential deal with Al-Hilal, offering Osimhen the wages he desires while keeping him in a competitive European league.
Why Osimhen said ‘no’ to Al Hilal
Meanwhile, Buchi Lamba, a close friend and ally of Osimhen, has opened up on the reason the Nigerian striker turned down the offer from Saudi Pro League giants Al Hilal.
Buchi, who posted on X, claims the offer presented to the 26-year-old striker was the same as the deal the Saudi Arabian club tabled last year, which was unsuccessful.
Excl: Victor Osimhen officially turns down Saudi club Al Hilal first offer. It was the same offer they made last year.
— Buchi Laba (@Buchi_Laba) June 5, 2025
- Also a club from Italy is keen and ready to Pay Victor what he wants in wages.
Lastly, Galatasaray too are pushing heavy for his signature. RC not a Problem. pic.twitter.com/G49bVw0XDr
For Osimhen, money is not the primary motivator; staying at the top level of European football and competing for major titles remains his top priority.
With Napoli firm on their valuation and Osimhen determined to stay in Europe, his future remains uncertain but promising.
