Victor Osimhen remains Mikel Arteta’s top target to strengthen Arsenal’s attack, but the proposed transfer could depend on whether the Nigeria international is willing to reduce his salary demands.
According to Topskills Sports UK, Arsenal manager Arteta still believes he can persuade Osimhen to revise his financial expectations. However, negotiations are proving difficult because the Gunners have reportedly refused to match the striker’s current demands.
Osimhen is understood to be seeking an annual net salary of more than 20m euros. That figure has created a significant gap between the player’s expectations and the amount Arsenal are prepared to offer.
Despite the financial difficulty, Arteta has no intention of abandoning the pursuit. The Spanish manager is reportedly convinced that an agreement remains possible if Osimhen accepts a substantial reduction in his wage demands.
Arsenal must therefore find a compromise that complies with the club’s salary limits while preserving their opportunity to sign one of the most sought-after strikers in the transfer market.
The next stage of the discussions could depend largely on Osimhen’s willingness to make a financial concession. Arsenal, for their part, appear determined not to exceed their established wage structure.
The transfer remains open, although both sides may need to compromise before a deal can be reached. Arteta continues to regard Osimhen as his priority attacking target and is expected to keep trying to convince the player to choose the Gunners.
Osimhen, who was born in Lagos, is valued at 75m euros and remains under contract with Galatasaray until June 2029. The length of that agreement could add another layer of difficulty to any potential move, although the report identifies the striker’s salary as the final major obstacle to an Arsenal deal.
Arsenal’s immediate focus will turn to their next Premier League fixture, when they face Aston Villa in the second matchday of the English championship.
The betting company 1xbet lists Arsenal as favourites for that match, offering odds of 1.82 for an Arsenal victory. A draw is priced at 3.60, while Aston Villa are listed at 3.85 to win.
For now, the Osimhen negotiations remain unresolved. Arsenal are attempting to balance their interest in a proven international forward with the need to maintain control of their wage bill, while the outcome may ultimately rest on whether the striker is prepared to accept less than his current salary expectations.
