Victor Osimhen Transfer Clause Expires Tonight — Napoli Set to Regain Full Control
The ongoing Victor Osimhen transfer saga has taken a dramatic new twist, as leading Italian sports outlets have reported that his €75 million release clause will expire at midnight, July 10.
According to both Corriere dello Sport and Il Mattino, the expiry is now set for tonight, not July 15 as previously reported by several other sources. This critical development could shift the entire landscape of the transfer market involving the Super Eagles striker.
What the Clause Expiry Means
Once the Victor Osimhen transfer clause expires at midnight, Napoli will no longer be bound by the €75 million fee. Instead, the Italian club will regain full autonomy to set a new asking price, likely higher, as they aim to capitalize on the growing interest in the Nigerian forward.
Galatasaray and Al Hilal Still in the Mix
Reports confirm that Galatasaray have made an offer to meet the clause in installments over several years. However, Napoli have rejected that structure and are instead demanding full payment upfront with solid bank guarantees.
Meanwhile, Saudi giants Al Hilal are prepared to pay the full €75 million in one swoop. The only hold-up remains Osimhen’s approval, as the striker has not yet agreed to the terms of a move to the Middle East.
Osimhen Released for AFCON as Transfer Looms
In a related update, Napoli have officially released Victor Osimhen to join Nigeria’s squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The move comes as the striker celebrated his birthday and remains at the center of one of this summer’s most-watched transfer sagas.
The 26-year-old has been linked with Manchester United, Chelsea, Galatasaray, and Al Hilal, and his next move may be decided as early as tomorrow, once the clause officially lapses.
What’s Next?
With just hours left until the deadline, any club still interested in triggering the release clause must act immediately. From midnight onward, Napoli will be in full control of Victor Osimhen’s valuation and negotiations.
One thing is clear: the Victor Osimhen transfer clause expiring tonight is not just a deadline—it’s a turning point.
