Sunday Oliseh Shares Major Issue With Victor Osimhen and Why Man United, Chelsea Avoided Him

Sunday Oliseh, a former Super Eagles captain and FIFA Technical Committee member, revealed the major issue that prevented Victor Osimhen from moving to the Premier League this summer. Despite interest from clubs like Manchester United and Chelsea, Osimhen ended up signing with Turkish champions Galatasaray due to their willingness to meet his wage demands and pay the upfront asking price.

Oliseh highlighted the financial implications of Osimhen's transfer, with Napoli reportedly paying around €70 million for the Nigerian forward. The total cost of signing and retaining Osimhen amounted to €120 million, making him an expensive acquisition for any club.

This financial reality was the primary reason why top English clubs avoided pursuing Osimhen, as they were unable to meet both the transfer fee and wage demands. Galatasaray's investment in Osimhen is seen as a significant move for the club, despite the high cost involved.