Galatasaray’s Bold Strategy: Osimhen Secured, Morata Moves On……
On 31 July 2025, Galatasaray officially signed Victor Osimhen on a four-year contract, finalizing a record-breaking €75 million transfer deal from Napoli, the highest in Turkish football history . His arrival, alongside the high‑profile signing of Leroy Sané, was celebrated in a grand unveiling where Osimhen professed a deep emotional bond with the club, calling Galatasaray “home” and citing his daughter’s love for the anthem as a defining factor in his return .
Morata’s Loan Cut Short
With Osimhen’s permanent arrival, Galatasaray wasted little time reshaping their attacking options. Álvaro Morata’s loan from AC Milan was terminated early, paving the way for his transfer to Italian side Como. The move, backed by Fabrizio Romano, required the Osimhen deal to be sealed first and saw Morata poised to reunite with Cesc Fàbregas in Serie A .
Official club announcements confirmed Morata’s departure, detailing compensation exceeding €5 million and noting that the Spanish striker had renounced €651,562 in pending salary rights . In his farewell, Morata combined gratitude with criticism, accusing the club of failing to uphold contractual commitments and highlighting how partial sacrifices were made to facilitate his exit . The moving message even caught the attention of Turkish celebrity Salt Bae, who praised Morata’s character and assured him that “Turkey will always be his second home” .
Tactical Implications & Competitive Edge
Galatasaray manager Okan Buruk had previously signaled his desire to keep Morata on board, praising him as a world-class striker and highlighting the option to extend or acquire him permanently through mid‑January 2026 . However, the final outcome reflects an aggressive strategic pivot: centering the club’s firepower around Osimhen while releasing Morata to streamline the squad. This indeed positions Galatasaray as formidable contenders, especially against domestic rivals like Mourinho’s Fenerbahçe—who now face off robust competition in a thrilling Süper Lig campaign .
With Osimhen now secured long‑term and Morata heading to Como, Galatasaray are doubling down on consistency and star power, betting on the Nigerian striker to lead them toward more domestic glory—and possibly deeper European runs.
