Juventus Eyes Victor Osimhen Amid Injury Concerns

Juventus is reportedly interested in signing Victor Osimhen as their primary target for the January transfer window. However, the Nigerian international faces a setback as Galatasaray announced he will require surgery on his left knee due to a sprain sustained during a match against Stuttgart.

Sports consultant Nicola Penta, who has connections with Galatasaray's leadership, indicated that finding a centre-forward is the club's most urgent task. He mentioned that Osimhen was close to a move to Turin before an unidentified issue caused the deal to collapse.

Juventus may consider an offer between €30 million and €40 million upfront, with the remainder paid in instalments. Osimhen has been in excellent form, scoring 10 goals and providing three assists in 11 appearances this season, making him Galatasaray's leading scorer.

The timing of his surgery, scheduled for November 7, poses a significant challenge for Galatasaray's domestic and European ambitions.