Paris Saint-Germain’s Sporting Director, Luís Campos, has debunked claims that the club made a formal offer for Napoli striker Victor Osimhen, despite widespread rumors.
In an interview with Sport Italia correspondent Tancredi Palmeri, Campos clarified that PSG never placed a bid for the Nigerian forward.
Osimhen had been linked with several top clubs during the 2024 summer transfer window, and PSG was rumored to be among the interested parties.
However, Campos refuted those reports, emphasizing that the French Ligue 1 side did not make a move for the Super Eagles star.
When asked about the alleged last-minute approach from Napoli just before the transfer deadline, Campos simply remarked, “That’s the market,” underscoring the unpredictable nature of transfer dealings.
Victor Osimhen, who was recently honored with the 2023 CAF Men’s Player of the Year award in Morocco, also praised his former coach, Emmanuel Amunike, for his guidance throughout his career. Despite being linked to PSG, Osimhen’s future took a different turn.
Ultimately, the Nigerian striker secured a season-long loan move to Turkish giants Galatasaray, with the club covering 70% of his annual salary. Osimhen has already joined his new team and is eager to make an impact in the Turkish Super Lig.
Campos’ revelation may come as a surprise to many, given the heavy speculation surrounding Osimhen’s potential transfer. However, it appears that PSG never made a serious attempt to sign the Nigerian star.
This development further highlights the often unpredictable and fluid nature of transfer negotiations. While the rumor mill pointed to a potential move to Paris, Osimhen is now looking forward to a fresh chapter in Turkey, where he hopes to leave a lasting impression with Galatasaray.
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