Transfer Bombshell: Juventus Ready to Splash €150m to Bring Victor Osimhen Back to Serie A

 

​In what could be the most expensive transfer in Italian football history, Juventus is reportedly preparing a staggering €150 million bid to sign Nigerian superstar Victor Osimhen from Galatasaray. On February 26, 2026, reports from major Italian publications confirmed that the "Old Lady" is desperate to overhaul its attack following an underwhelming campaign and views the 27-year-old striker as the ultimate marquee signing. While Osimhen only completed a permanent move to Turkey in 2025 for €75 million, his explosive form in the UEFA Champions League—including a masterclass performance that recently knocked Juventus themselves out of the competition—has convinced the Turin giants to "break the bank" for his services.

​The Return of the King: Why Juventus is Desperate

​Juventus’ interest in Osimhen is not just about his goals; it’s about a tactical "reunion" and a desperate need for a proven winner. The club’s manager, Luciano Spalletti, who famously guided Osimhen to a historic Scudetto with Napoli in 2023, is reportedly the driving force behind the move.

​The Bianconeri are planning a massive summer clear-out, with reports suggesting that current number nine Dusan Vlahovic could be sold to fund the deal. For Juventus, Osimhen represents the perfect blend of pace, aerial dominance, and Serie A experience. Having already conquered Italy once, Osimhen is seen as the only player capable of returning Juventus to the top of the league standings and restoring their status as a European powerhouse.

​The Price Tag: Galatasaray’s €150 Million Stance

​While Italian newspapers suggest Juventus is ready to offer around €120 million, Galatasaray’s leadership has been vocal about their valuation. Following Osimhen’s record-breaking start to the 2025/2026 season, club president Dursun Özbek slapped a €150 million price tag on the striker.

​Galatasaray is under no financial pressure to sell, especially with Osimhen under contract until 2029. The Turkish club views him as the "most valuable player in the league’s history" and is only willing to entertain offers that would set a new global benchmark for an African player. If Juventus meets this valuation, the deal would eclipse the €105 million they paid for Paul Pogba in 2016, making Osimhen the most expensive acquisition in the club's history.

​"I Belong There": Osimhen’s Hint at a Juventus Move

​Interestingly, the player himself has added fuel to the fire. In a candid interview with Gazzetta dello Sport ahead of the recent UCL clash in Turin, Osimhen admitted his admiration for the club.

​“Juventus is one of the most important clubs in football history,” Osimhen stated. “When they spoke to me before I joined Galatasaray, I was ready to listen. It is a place where you could enjoy playing and feel you belong.”

​These comments have resonated deeply in Turin, where fans are already dreaming of a "Spalletti-Osimhen" partnership. Having recently matured into a more complete leader, Osimhen’s willingness to return to Italy suggests that his unfinished business in the Premier League might take a backseat to the lure of becoming a legend at the Allianz Stadium.

​The Legal and Rivalry Hurdles

​A potential move to Juventus is not without controversy. Having spent four legendary years at Napoli, joining their fiercest rivals would undoubtedly tarnish his legacy in the city of Naples. History remembers the backlash Gonzalo Higuain faced when he made a similar switch in 2016.

​Furthermore, Arsenal remains a serious contender for his signature. The London club reportedly has a €100 million budget for a new striker and could offer Osimhen the Premier League challenge he has often expressed interest in. However, the "Spalletti factor" and the familiarity of the Italian lifestyle give Juventus a significant edge in what is shaping up to be a three-way tug-of-war this summer.

​Conclusion: A Record-Breaking Summer Awaits

​The news of Juventus being ready to "splash €150m" on Victor Osimhen has set the football world ablaze. As the 2026 summer transfer window approaches, all eyes will be on whether the Bianconeri can finalize the logistics of such a gargantuan deal. For Osimhen, a return to Italy would be a homecoming of sorts—a chance to cement his status as the greatest African player to ever grace the Serie A. For the "Old Lady," it is a €150 million gamble to ensure they never have to endure an "underwhelming campaign" again.