Barcelona Rule Out Victor Osimhen As Arsenal And Tottenham Circle Nigerian Striker

Barcelona Rule Out Victor Osimhen as Arsenal and Tottenham Circle Nigerian Striker Barcelona have reportedly ruled out a move for Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen this summer, leaving Premier League rivals Arsenal and Tottenham with a clearer path to pursue the Galatasaray forward. According to reports from Spain, Osimhen has been offered to Barcelona several times, but the Catalan club do not consider the 27-year-old a priority or the right fit for their current sporting plans. Barcelona remain interested in Julian Alvarez as their preferred attacking target, despite Atletico Madrid’s continued insistence that the Argentina international is not for sale.

Should a deal for Alvarez prove impossible, Barcelona are expected to consider alternative forwards. However, Osimhen is reportedly unlikely to be among those options because of the club’s preference for a younger and more financially manageable profile. The decision could significantly affect the Nigerian’s transfer market, with Arsenal and Tottenham among the clubs monitoring his situation.

Arsenal have emerged as serious contenders after reportedly discussing Osimhen’s availability with Galatasaray. The talks took place during wider negotiations involving Galatasaray’s interest in Arsenal forwards Gabriel Martinelli and Ethan Nwaneri. A potential deal involving Osimhen has therefore emerged as an intriguing possibility as the Gunners search for attacking reinforcements.

Reports suggest Arsenal could face a significant financial commitment, with Galatasaray valuing the striker at a substantial fee. The Turkish club have also reportedly rejected a major offer from Al Hilal for Osimhen.Tottenham are also tracking the Super Eagles striker as they look to strengthen their attack. Spurs have previously been linked with Osimhen and are understood to regard him as one of their potential options. With Barcelona apparently stepping away, the competition could now become increasingly focused on the Premier League. For Osimhen, the situation leaves his future at Galatasaray uncertain as the transfer window enters its final weeks Osimhen remains one of the most sought-after strikers on the market following his successful spell at Galatasaray. His combination of pace, physical strength and goalscoring ability has made him an attractive target for Europe’s biggest clubs. However, his reported valuation and wages could prove decisive in determining where he plays next season. With Barcelona seemingly out of the race, Arsenal and Tottenham now have an opportunity to intensify their pursuit of the Nigeria international.