Overview
- Arsenal sporting director Andrea Berta held face-to-face talks in Istanbul during the Galatasaray–Fenerbahçe derby, reports Monday said, after travelling to watch Victor Osimhen in person.
- Osimhen has produced 20 goals and seven assists across competitions this season, with reports noting another standout display in the derby.
- No offer has been lodged, but any deal would be expensive because Galatasaray paid more than £63m for Osimhen last year and coverage now cites a valuation near £65m.
- Berta also assessed winger Barış Alper Yılmaz and goalkeeper Uğurcan Çakır, which points to a wider summer recruitment plan beyond a single striker target.
- The interest comes a year after Arsenal’s spend on forwards, including Viktor Gyokeres, as reports suggest the club still want a more decisive finisher and could rethink roles up front.