- Liverpool Nearing Deal for Victor Osimhen in Major Transfer Move
Liverpool FC is on the verge of significantly strengthening their attacking lineup after reaching an agreement with Napoli for Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen. Following extended speculation and previously stalled talks, the Reds are now said to have secured a deal valued between €75 million and €80 million — a notable decrease from the €130 million release clause that had originally complicated negotiations.
The 26-year-old, coming off an impressive loan spell at Galatasaray where he netted 24 goals in 27 appearances, had drawn interest from top European clubs such as Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester United. However, Liverpool moved decisively to wrap up the transfer ahead of the peak summer window.
Osimhen is expected to undergo a medical in the coming days, with an official announcement anticipated shortly thereafter. Once finalized, he will stand as Liverpool’s headline signing of the summer and a central figure in Arne Slot’s first full season in charge.
This move reflects a shift in Liverpool’s recruitment strategy under their new management. Rather than focusing solely on young prospects, the club is now targeting experienced, physically imposing players who can make an immediate impact. Osimhen — known for his speed, aerial prowess, and clinical finishing — fits this new vision perfectly.
His arrival comes at a time when Liverpool’s attacking form has been inconsistent. While Mohamed Salah continued to deliver, the rest of the forward line struggled with both form and finishing. Osimhen’s signing directly addresses these shortcomings.
Manager Arne Slot, believed to be a key advocate for the transfer, sees Osimhen’s physicality and intelligent movement off the ball as essential for implementing his preferred style — a vertical, high-pressing tactical system that brought him success at Feyenoord.
Tactically, Osimhen is expected to play as the lead striker in a 4-2-3-1 formation but could also partner with Darwin Núñez or Cody Gakpo in a dual-striker setup. His ability to stretch defenses and draw multiple defenders should create more space for Salah and Liverpool’s attacking midfielders.
Sources familiar with the negotiations revealed that Liverpool spent weeks in behind-the-scenes talks with Napoli’s leadership to bring the price down. Osimhen’s long-held desire to play in the Premier League also played a key role in making the deal happen.
