Victor Osimhen confirms transfer talks as Arsenal push Viktor Gyokeres out

Tom Weber
Tom Weber
  • Updated: 17 Feb 2026 19:57 GMT
  • 6 min read
Victor Osimhen, Galatasaray, 2025/26
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Tuesday delivered plenty of huge transfer news as Victor Osimhen confirmed negotiations with a huge club.

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Plus, Arsenal's interest in a world-class attacker sparked questions of Viktor Gyokeres, Chelsea stepped up their pursuit of an €80 million defender and Man Utd sent a clear Marcus Rashford message. There's plenty to cover, so let's jump right in.

Osimhen confirms talks

Victor Osimhen
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Victor Osimhen has confirmed that he held advanced talks with Juventus before joining Galatasaray.

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Arsenal chase Dembele deal

Ousmane Dembele
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Arsenal are serious about signing Ousmane Dembele, and his arrival could spell bad news for Viktor Gyokeres.

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Chelsea lead Murillo race

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Chelsea are in pole position to sign €80m-rated Nottingham Forest star Murillo.

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Man Utd won't negotiate Rashford fee

Marcus Rashford
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Man Utd have made it emphatically clear that they will not renegotiate Barcelona's purchase option for Marcus Rashford.

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Arsenal target given advice

Jeremy Doku
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One of Arsenal's prime 2026 targets has been urged to become more like Man City star Jeremy Doku.

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El Mala saga takes another turn

Said El Mala
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Koln wonderkid Said El Mala is being chased by a host of top clubs, but there has now been a fresh twist that could change everything.

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Saka pens Arsenal deal

Bukayo Saka
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Bukayo Saka has put pen to paper on his new long-term Arsenal contract.

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Man Utd want Ryerson

Julian Ryerson
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Man Utd are interested in Borussia Dortmund's surprise assist king Julian Ryerson.

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Szoboszlai agent responds to Real Madrid links

Dominik Szoboszlai
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The agent of Liverpool superstar Dominik Szoboszlai has responded to rumours that his client wants to join Real Madrid.

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Bellingham ready to join Man Utd

Jude Bellingham
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Jude Bellingham is ready to move to Man Utd if Real Madrid appoint Jurgen Klopp as new manager.

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Arsenal receive Alvarez boost

Arsenal have been handed an unexpected boost in their Julian Alvarez pursuit.

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Jackson back to Chelsea?

Nicolas Jackson
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Nicolas Jackson could make a triumphant return to Chelsea under Liam Rosenior.

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Man Utd still keen on Hackney

Hayden Hackney
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Man Utd remain firmly in the mix to sign Middlesbrough star Hayden Hackney.

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Football transfer news headlines today

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Victor Osimhen confirms official transfer talks

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