Arsenal open talks with Galatasaray over Victor Osimhen transfer

LONDON — Arsenal have opened talks with Galatasaray over the transfer of Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, according to British press reports. The discussions surfaced during separate negotiations between the clubs involving Arsenal's Brazilian winger Gabriel Martinelli and young midfielder Ethan Nwaneri, the reports said. Arsenal have previously explored attacking reinforcements, having attempted to sign Julian Alvarez from Atletico Madrid last summer, while a move for Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior fell through after the Brazilian extended his contract with the Spanish club until 2032. Osimhen's reported weekly wage of around £350,000 is seen as the main obstacle to a deal. Arsenal are said to be reluctant to meet that figure and are prepared to wait for the player's decision rather than rush the process. No further details on the negotiations were immediately available.