Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has turned down a staggering offer from Saudi Arabian giants Al‑Hilal, despite the club preparing to pay him an eye‑watering £650,000 per week (roughly €34 million annually).
The Saudi side had gone to considerable lengths — arranging his medical, booking travel, and setting a tight deadline ahead of their Club World Cup campaign starting June 18 — but Napoli’s star forward remained resolute in his decision to stay in Europe .
His refusal has surprised many Premier League observers, who speculated that he would be unable to resist such a lucrative deal . With the Saudi pursuit now off the table, Osimhen has reignited interest from top European clubs, including Juventus, Galatasaray (where he spent the 2024‑25 season on loan), and Paris Saint‑Germain. Back at home, Chelsea and Manchester United are also monitoring the situation, although salary limitations and Champions League uncertainty may complicate potential moves .
As Al‑Hilal redirects its focus toward other marquee names, such as Darwin Núñez, Richarlison, Bernardo Silva, and Youri Tielemans, Osimhen’s decision underscores his ambition to continue competing at the highest level in Europe .
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