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Arsenal and Galatasaray in talks over Osimhen and Martinelli
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Arsenal and Galatasaray in talks over Osimhen and Martinelli

Arsenal are exploring a move for Victor Osimhen as Galatasaray submits a £38.4m bid for Gabriel Martinelli during ongoing transfer negotiations.

Arsenal and Galatasaray are currently engaged in transfer discussions involving Victor Osimhen and Gabriel Martinelli. The Premier League club has made inquiries regarding the Galatasaray striker, while the Turkish side has submitted a £38.4m offer for Martinelli.

Galatasaray is interested in two Arsenal players, Gabriel Martinelli and Ethan Nwaneri. Nwaneri, who was on loan at Marseille during the latter half of the previous season, has also attracted interest from the Turkish club.

As Arsenal seeks to strengthen their attacking options, sporting director Andrea Berta has introduced Osimhen's name into the ongoing negotiations. These talks have involved the potential for the Super Eagles forward to move to London.

It remains uncertain whether the possibility of an Osimhen transfer was proposed by Berta or if the striker was presented to Arsenal as part of the discussions. The negotiations continue as both clubs evaluate the potential exchange of players.

The current situation involves a complex series of interests from both sides. While Arsenal is looking to bolster their front line with the Nigerian international, Galatasaray is focused on acquiring talent from the Gunners' squad. The £38.4m bid for Martinelli represents a concrete step in the Turkish club's pursuit of Arsenal players.

In addition to Martinelli, the interest in Ethan Nwaneri follows his recent loan spell in France. The discussions between the two clubs are ongoing and involve multiple players as they navigate the current transfer window.

Source: Daily Post Nigeria · Sport