Real Madrid Plot Bold €100m Move for Osimhen as Club Seeks True No. 9 to Unleash Mbappé
Real Madrid are reportedly gearing up for a sensational summer push to sign Victor Osimhen, with Spanish outlet Fichajes claiming the club is preparing a €100 million offer for the Galatasaray star.
Sources suggest that Madrid’s interest in the Nigerian striker is tied to a broader tactical plan: freeing Kylian Mbappé from the central striking duties he has been forced to take on since his arrival.
Carlo Ancelotti is said to prefer restoring Mbappé to the left wing—his most devastating position—while deploying Osimhen as the team’s out-and-out No. 9.
According to the report, Madrid view Osimhen as the missing piece in their attack: a ruthless finisher with elite acceleration, relentless pressing, and penalty-box instincts that few strikers in Europe can match.
His physicality, movement, and ability to stretch defensive lines are believed to align perfectly with Madrid’s evolving offensive structure.
Galatasaray, however, are expected to drive a hard bargain. The Turkish champions secured Osimhen last summer for €75 million and are reportedly unwilling to engage in any discussions unless the Spanish giants table a bid that reflects his soaring value. The club sees him as one of their most prized investments and a player central to their current project.
Since his arrival in Istanbul, Osimhen has been nothing short of outstanding. He has quickly imposed himself as Galatasaray’s leading figure—racking up goals, providing key assists, and consistently delivering in high-pressure matches. His combination of work rate, intelligence in buildup play, and clutch performances has made him indispensable in both domestic league battles and European nights.
Whether Galatasaray will entertain Madrid’s approach remains uncertain, but one thing is clear: Osimhen’s red-hot form has put him at the center of the upcoming transfer window.
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As Real Madrid prepare for a major squad reshuffle ahead of next season, their admiration for the Super Eagles striker is expected to translate into a determined pursuit in the coming months.
