Liverpool monitor Osimhen amid interest from Galatasaray and other clubs, as Napoli striker weighs Premier League move and lowers wage expectations

Liverpool monitor Osimhen as the Nigerian striker nears a permanent departure from Napoli, with the Premier League champions considering a move in their search for a top-class goalscorer.

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Victor Osimhen, fresh from a prolific season on loan, remains one of the most sought-after players in the transfer market this summer.

According to a report by GIVEMESPORT, Osimhen’s name was raised during recent internal discussions at Liverpool, where club executives have begun assessing their attacking options for the upcoming season under new head coach Arne Slot.

The 26-year-old Nigerian, who scored 37 goals in 41 matches last season, could be the player to lead Liverpool’s line and surpass Darwin Nunez and Diogo Jota in the team’s attacking hierarchy.

However, there are financial obstacles to overcome. Osimhen’s high wage demands have reportedly been a sticking point. His camp previously sought a weekly salary of up to £400,000, and he also turned down an offer from Saudi giants Al-Hilal, who proposed an eye-watering £650,000-per-week contract.

While those figures deterred several clubs, sources close to the player now suggest he may be willing to reduce his demands in order to secure a move to a top European side.

Galatasaray are currently leading the race to secure Osimhen’s signature after benefiting from his impressive loan stint. The Turkish champions are pushing to finalise a deal with Napoli, but Premier League clubs, including Liverpool, remain interested and are closely watching his situation.

Should Liverpool succeed in offloading Darwin Nunez this summer, Osimhen’s arrival could become a real possibility. The Reds are determined to reinforce their attacking firepower as they aim to challenge for silverware domestically and in Europe under Slot.

For now, the striker is enjoying a holiday in Nigeria, with his next destination yet to be confirmed. What is certain is that his permanent exit from Napoli is imminent, and both his goalscoring record and market value continue to fuel speculation about his next move.

With Galatasaray pushing hard and Premier League sides circling, the race for Osimhen’s signature is far from over.

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Whether Liverpool will make a formal offer or simply remain in wait depends largely on transfer activity in the coming weeks and how Osimhen’s salary expectations evolve.