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Tottenham Open Talks For Victor Osimhen After Opening Bid

The proposed signing would aim to solve Spurs’ striker shortage given a reported valuation gap and strong rival interest that leave the outcome uncertain.

Overview

  • Reports on Sunday say Tottenham have made opening approaches in the region of £50–55 million and received sporting approval to begin formal negotiations.
  • Galatasaray are reported to be holding out for about £65 million, creating an immediate £10–15 million fee gap that clubs may try to close with add‑ons.
  • Multiple outlets say Osimhen would likely accept a Premier League move and that personal terms are not expected to be a major obstacle for Tottenham.
  • Manchester United, Chelsea and Atlético Madrid are among the clubs linked to Osimhen, a dynamic that could trigger a bidding contest and push the price up.
  • Osimhen scored heavily last season for Galatasaray and has prior links to top European clubs, and his contract includes a clause that makes a return to Serie A complicated which narrows likely destinations to England or Spain.