In fact, former Galatasaray midfielder Taylan Antalyalı has now joined the long list of football fans who are still in disbelief.

“I was surprised by Victor Osimhen’s arrival last season. I think it was incredible that Osimhen came to Türkiye,” he told A Spor.

Omo this one choke oo. Nobody—and we mean nobody—expected a top-tier striker like Osimhen to snub Premier League giants for the Turkish Super Lig.

Chelsea Was Close — But Something Went Wrong

According to multiple reports, Chelsea, Arsenal, and even Manchester United were all eyeing the Nigerian striker after his explosive performances at Napoli.

But here’s where e shock everybody — despite the interest, Osimhen reportedly chose to remain in Turkey because he felt connected to the club, the fans, and the city.

Why Chelsea Missed Out

Sources close to the deal claimed that Chelsea couldn’t meet Osimhen’s personal demands, which led to the breakdown of the deal last summer.

That unexpected twist opened the door for Galatasaray to swoop in with a bold offer—and the rest, as they say, is history.

Now, Osimhen is not just staying in Istanbul — he’s finalizing the permanent move and is already being hailed as the biggest signing in Turkish football history.

Top Scorer and Top Choice

Osimhen didn’t just play in Turkey last season — he dominated.
The 26-year-old emerged as the Süper Lig’s top scorer, helping Galatasaray secure domestic glory and setting himself up as a fan favorite.

With his official presentation happening soon and preseason already underway, the excitement in Istanbul is heating up again. This isn’t just a signing — it’s a statement.

What’s Next?

With Osimhen locked in, Galatasaray appears ready to compete on both domestic and European fronts.

And if rumors of Manchester City’s Ederson also considering a switch to the Turkish club are true (as claimed in recent reports), then something major might be cooking behind the scenes at Rams Park.

One thing is clear: Galatasaray is not here to play this season.