Chelsea legend Didier Drogba has reportedly confirmed his presence at the official unveiling of Victor Osimhen as a full-time Galatasaray player.
The ceremony, which is set to take place in Istanbul, Turkey, will draw several celebrities, football stars, and fans alike.
According to Yahoo Sports, Napoli and Galatasaray are currently signing and exchanging the necessary documents to complete the sale of Osimhen.
Drogba, who once played for Galatasaray between 2013 and 2014, is excited to return to a familiar club to support the Nigerian forward’s next big move.
Drogba storms Istanbul for Osimhen's Galatasaray unveiling after €80m Napoli exit
— Chronicle NG (@chronicle_ng) July 23, 2025
Chelsea legend Didier Drogba is set to join a host of global celebrities in Istanbul for the official unveiling of Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen as a new Galatasaray signing.
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The 26-year-old Super Eagles striker had a remarkable season with Galatasaray while on loan from Napoli, scoring 37 goals in 41 matches, per Transfermarkt.
🚨🟡🔴 Galatasaray and Napoli, at the signing stage for all documents of Victor Osimhen deal.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 25, 2025
Lawyers working to get the agreement formally sealed over the weekend. ✍🏽🇳🇬
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Osimhen’s performances convinced the Turkish champions to make a permanent move for him, ending his rocky relationship with Napoli.
The deal is reportedly now at the ‘signing stage’, and lawyers are currently working in an attempt to complete the transaction before the end of the weekend.
Galatasaray seal mega €75m deal for Osimhen
Galatasaray have agreed the high-profile permanent signing of Osimhen from Napoli, with an initial fee of €40 million and an additional €35 million payable next summer, Tribuna reports.
The deal also includes €5 million in performance-based bonuses and a 10% sell-on clause to Napoli.
Notably, the agreement prevents Osimhen from signing with another Serie A club for the next two years.
🚨🟡🔴 Victor Osimhen to Galatasaray, here we go! Club to club documents exchange to start in next 24h after verbal pact.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 20, 2025
Galatasaray will pay €40m now, €35m in one year, 10% on future profit and also a goals based bonus.
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This blockbuster transfer positions Osimhen as one of the most expensive signings in Turkish football history. The former Lille striker had grown discontented at Napoli and vowed never to play for the club again, prompting Galatasaray to accelerate talks.
With the deal finalised, Osimhen is now ready to be unveiled in a grand ceremony, one that will be witnessed by Drogba, a man whose legacy still lives on in Istanbul.
Drogba applauds Osimhen’s journey
Drogba, who won multiple titles with Chelsea and enjoyed a prolific career, has showered praise on Osimhen’s resilience and potential.
The Ivorian legend says he is confident Osimhen will shine in the Turkish league while wishing the 26-year-old forward all the best in this new chapter, Sports247 reports.
Drogba, who also scored 37 goals during his time with Galatasaray, sees Osimhen’s arrival as a full-circle moment. Despite earlier attempts, alongside Mikel Obi, to sway Osimhen toward Chelsea, Drogba has chosen to support the Nigerian striker’s decision.
His presence at the unveiling is not just symbolic but a major nod to Osimhen’s rising status in world football.
