Victor Osimhen Barcelona, Šeško Headline 5 Biggest Winners From Arsenal Pursuit
Victor Osimhen Barcelona, Šeško Headline 5 Biggest Winners From Arsenal Pursuit Arsenal’s reported pursuit of Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen could trigger a chain of transfer moves across Europe, with Barcelona, Benjamin Šeško and Osimhen himself among the biggest potential beneficiaries. The Gunners have reportedly opened discussions with Galatasaray over a possible deal for the 27-year-old Nigerian forward after the Turkish club’s interest in Arsenal winger Gabriel Martinelli. Arsenal are now considering a major financial package for Osimhen. Barcelona could benefit if Arsenal sign Osimhen because it would potentially free up Viktor Gyökeres for a move away from the Premier League champions. The Catalan club are searching for a long-term No. 9, and Arsenal’s decision to bring in Osimhen could make Gyökeres more attainable as Barcelona look to strengthen their attack For Osimhen, a move to Arsenal would offer the opportunity to return to one of Europe’s biggest leagues and prove himself in the Premier League. The Nigerian has enjoyed an outstanding spell at Galatasaray, scoring 61 goals in 75 appearances and helping the club win consecutive Turkish Süper Lig titles, according to the report. A Premier League move would give him another opportunity to demonstrate his ability at the highest level.
Arsenal could secure one of Europe’s most established strikers as they continue their quest for Champions League success.
Having won the 2025/26 Premier League title, Mikel Arteta’s side are looking to strengthen further, and Osimhen’s pace, physicality and finishing could add another dimension to an already powerful attack.
Manchester United have reportedly considered Osimhen as a potential marquee signing. If Arsenal win the race, however, United could turn their attention elsewhere while Benjamin Šeško retains a clearer route to regular first-team football. The Slovenian striker’s development could therefore benefit if Osimhen moves to Arsenal rather than Old Trafford. Osimhen’s arrival would add another globally recognised star to the English top flight. The Nigerian striker’s profile, goalscoring record and status as one of Africa’s leading footballers would strengthen the Premier League’s appeal at a time when several established stars have departed or moved elsewhere.
Arsenal’s pursuit of Osimhen is therefore about more than one potential transfer. If the deal materialises, it could reshape the striker market involving Arsenal, Manchester United, Barcelona and Galatasaray, while giving Osimhen another major stage on which to establish his reputation.
