Arsenal Scouts Attend Galatasaray Derby Amid Osimhen Salary Questions

Arsenal executives attended the Galatasaray versus Fenerbahce derby in Istanbul. The match saw the league leaders secure a 3-0 victory, with striker Viktor Osimhen scoring the opening goal.

Osimhen earns £13 million per season at Galatasaray, excluding bonuses. This base salary is supplemented by a £870,000 yearly loyalty bonus and image rights valued at £4.3 million, placing him among the club’s highest earners.

Arsenal sporting director Andrea Berta and scout Maurizio Micheli were guests of agent George Gardi during the match. Micheli previously worked at Napoli and was present when Osimhen signed with the Italian club in 2020. Agent Gardi stated in November that Osimhen feels settled in Istanbul and expects a long-term future with the club.

The attendance of these executives highlights the financial and structural barriers to any potential move. With Osimhen commanding a £13m salary and additional bonuses, any acquisition would require a significant transfer fee. What to watch next is whether Arsenal pursue other attacking targets that align with financial constraints.