“Tell Them to Get Lost” – Napoli President Reportedly Rejected Galatasaray’s Osimhen Bid in Fiery Exchange
The ongoing transfer saga surrounding Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has taken a dramatic twist, as Turkish football pundit Ugur Karakullukçu revealed explosive behind-the-scenes details of a tense standoff between Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis and Galatasaray officials.
According to Karakullukçu, who spoke via Habersarikirmizi, Napoli’s president flat-out rejected Galatasaray’s attempt to negotiate a permanent transfer for Osimhen — and did so in the most dismissive way possible.
🗣️ “Tell These Guys to Get Lost”
“While Galatasaray’s management was in Italy for the Osimhen talks, the Napoli president [De Laurentiis] told the middleman on his boat, ‘Tell these guys I’m not selling to Galatasaray. They should get lost.’”
“He is not actually saying ‘get lost’ — he’s using much harsher words. I’m just saying it politely. This is literally true.”
The fiery statement highlights just how strained relations have become between the two clubs, despite Osimhen’s incredible loan spell that saw him score 37 goals and provide 8 assists in 41 matches, leading Galatasaray to a domestic double.
🇳🇬 Osimhen’s Future in Limbo
The 26-year-old Nigerian forward has reportedly expressed his desire to remain at Galatasaray, where he rediscovered elite form. However, Napoli’s extreme valuation and now apparent hostility may have killed the move before it even had a chance to progress.
The incident comes after multiple failed bids from Galatasaray and growing frustration from fans who had hoped for a fairy-tale permanent deal.
🧠 Opinion: Pride or Strategy? De Laurentiis Playing a Dangerous Game
This isn’t the first time Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has let ego take the wheel during negotiations. But rejecting Galatasaray so bluntly — especially after Osimhen’s loyalty and performance — sends a bitter message, not just to the Turkish giants, but to potential buyers across Europe.
Yes, Napoli may want to keep Osimhen or hold out for a Premier League-sized offer — but burning bridges this way could backfire spectacularly, especially when dealing with passionate clubs like Galatasaray.
One thing’s clear: the Victor Osimhen transfer story is far from over.
📣 Galatasaray fans, how do you feel about this snub? And Nigerian fans — should Osimhen push harder for a move, or give Napoli another shot?
Let the conversation begin 👇
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