Arsenal may struggle to match Osimhen’s £326k weekly wage, transfer analyst warns
Football analyst Kieran Davies of The Sun warns that Arsenal may not be able to meet Victor Osimhen’s current wage demands if they pursue a transfer from Galatasaray. Davies notes Osimhen earns roughly £326,000 per week in Turkey, which exceeds Arsenal’s top earner Bukayo Saka’s reported £300,000 weekly wage. In addition to the base salary, Osimhen receives a guaranteed €15 million annual income, a €1 million loyalty bonus each season, and €5 million yearly in image rights, making his total package substantial.
The wage gap matters because Arsenal’s pursuit of a high‑profile centre‑forward could stall if they cannot match or exceed Osimhen’s earnings, potentially pushing the Gunners toward alternatives like Atlético Madrid’s Julián Álvarez. For Nigerian fans, the situation highlights the premium placed on Osimhen’s performances and the financial realities that even big European clubs face when targeting top African talent.
If Arsenal truly wants Osimhen, will they need to restructure their wage bill, offer a signing bonus to bridge the gap, or settle for a more affordable option like Álvarez? Alternatively, should Osimhen consider adjusting his salary expectations to make a move to the Premier League feasible?