Victor Osimhen has officially turned down what would have been the biggest salary of his career, rejecting a staggering roughly €50 million per year offer from Saudi giants Al-Hilal Saudi FC. The Nigerian striker is now at the center of a transfer tug-of-war involving top European clubs eager to land his signature.
Osimhen Shines in Turkey—but Eyes Bigger Stage
Osimhen’s standout season at Galatasaray, where he was on loan from Napoli, has made him one of the most sought-after strikers in world football. The 25-year-old scored 37 goals and led the Turkish side to a domestic double—winning both the league and cup.
During the season, Osimhen was Galatasaray’s highest-paid player, earning €10 million annually—€192,308 per week. However, the Saudi offer would have catapulted him into a different financial stratosphere.
|
Annual Salary |
€ 10,000,000 |
18,092,514,800 Nigerian Nairas |
|
Monthly Salary |
€ 833,333 |
1,507,708,964 Nigerian Nairas |
|
Weekly Salary |
€ 192,308 |
347,933,534 Nigerian Nairas |
|
Daily Salary |
€ 27,473 |
49,705,566 Nigerian Nairas |
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What Osimhen Walked Away From
Despite intense pressure and a mouthwatering deal, Osimhen rejected a €50 million yearly salary from Al-Hilal. That translates to:
- €4.17 million per month
- €961,538 per week
- €137,363 per day
Only a handful of players globally earn comparable wages, and Osimhen’s deal would have made him the highest-paid player in Al-Hilal’s squad and one of the top earners worldwide.
|
Club |
Possible Salary Euro per Year (EUR) |
Salary Nigerian Nairas per Year (NGN) |
|
Galatasaray S.K. |
€ 15,000,000 – 20,000,000 |
27,138,772,200 – 36,185,029,600 Nigerian Nairas |
|
Al-Hilal Saudi FC |
€ 50,000,000 |
90,462,574,000 Nigerian Nairas |
|
SSC Napoli |
€ 5,130,000 |
9,281,460,092 Nigerian Nairas |
|
Manchester United F.C. |
€ 12,000,000 |
21,711,017,760 Nigerian Nairas |
|
Chelsea F.C. |
€ 11,115,000 |
20,109,830,200 Nigerian Nairas |
|
Juventus FC |
€ 17,000,000 |
30,757,275,160 Nigerian Nairas |
|
Paris Saint-Germain FC |
€ 12,000,000 |
21,711,017,760 Nigerian Nairas |
Champions League > Cash?
According to sources close to the player, Osimhen prioritizes playing in the UEFA Champions League over chasing record-breaking wages. This puts European heavyweights like Manchester United, Chelsea, PSG, and Juventus in the frame. United, in particular, have reignited interest after cooling on Viktor Gyökeres.
Osimhen is reportedly open to joining a Champions League-caliber team, even if it means accepting a lower salary in the range of €12–17 million per year—a significant cut from the Saudi offer.
|
Club |
Year |
Market Value |
|
Galatasaray S.K. |
2025 |
€ 70,000,000 |
|
SSC Napoli |
2024 |
€ 100,000,000 |
|
SSC Napoli |
2023 |
€ 120,000,000 |
|
SSC Napoli |
2022 |
€ 65,000,000 |
|
SSC Napoli |
2021 |
€ 50,000,000 |
|
Lille OSC |
2020 |
€ 40,000,000 |
|
Royal Charleroi S.C. |
2019 |
€ 13,000,000 |
|
VfL Wolfsburg |
2017-2018 |
€ 1,000,000 |
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Market Value Drop Despite Record Season
Interestingly, despite his stellar numbers, Osimhen’s market value, according to Transfermarkt, has dipped from a 2023 high of €120 million to €70 million in 2025. The drop hasn’t deterred interest, though, as clubs see a golden opportunity to land a world-class forward.
What’s Next?
- Manchester United: Offer around €12M annually, prioritizing Osimhen after missing out on Gyökeres.
- Chelsea: Slightly lower salary offer, but Champions League football could be decisive.
- PSG: Reigning UCL champions reportedly ready to guarantee key role and deep European runs.
- Galatasaray: Keen to make his move permanent and ready to double his current €10M salary.
- Juventus: Could afford the €75M fee if Dušan Vlahović is sold.
Final Word
Osimhen’s rejection of a near €50 million-a-year salary in favor of top-level European football makes a bold statement. While money talks, the Nigerian star seems more focused on legacy, trophies, and the Champions League spotlight.
