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Galatasaray aiming to keep Victor Osimhen amid Man United interest

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 7:10 PM

Last updated Jun 21, 2026

Galatasaray aiming to keep Victor Osimhen amid Man United interest

Summary

Galatasaray plans to retain Victor Osimhen as Manchester United renews interest in the striker. United previously considered Osimhen a target but shifted to Benjamin Sesko last summer. Following a strong season with 15 goals in the Super Lig, Osimhen has drawn attention from Atletico Madrid as well. To ensure his commitment, Galatasaray intends to offer Osimhen the team captaincy, especially with Mauro Icardi's contract nearing its end. This strategy aims to secure Osimhen's future with the club amid ongoing transfer speculations.

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By the Numbers

•Galatasaray preparing bold move to retain Victor Osimhen.
•Manchester United shows renewed interest in Osimhen as a striker target.
•Osimhen scored 15 goals in the Super Lig last season.
•Galatasaray plans to make Osimhen team captain if Icardi leaves.
•Atletico Madrid also eyeing Osimhen amid Alvarez transfer rumors.

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7:10 PMYahoo Sports — Galatasaray make daring play to scupper Man United’s Victor Osimhen interest

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Amid suggestions that Manchester United have reignited their interest in Victor Osimhen, Galatasaray are preparing a bold move to ensure he stays beyond this summer.Osimhen interestUnited have been pe...
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