Juventus has placed Nigerian forwards Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman at the top of their wishlist for the upcoming summer transfer window as the club looks to reinforce its attacking lineup ahead of the 2025/26 season. Osimhen, currently dazzling on loan at Galatasaray from Napoli with an impressive tally of 17 goals in 2025, has attracted widespread interest from Europe’s elite clubs. Juventus views him as a prime candidate to fill the void left by Dusan Vlahovic, who is expected to depart Turin.
However, securing Osimhen’s signature may prove challenging. Napoli’s €75 million release clause applies only to foreign clubs, and the club is reportedly reluctant to sell to a domestic rival like Juventus. Despite these hurdles, Juventus remains optimistic, leveraging the strong rapport between their sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli—who originally signed Osimhen for Napoli—and the player’s representatives.
Alongside Osimhen, Ademola Lookman is also on Juventus’s radar as they seek to boost their offensive options. The interest in these two Nigerian talents underscores Juventus’s strategic ambition to reclaim their status as Serie A and European contenders by injecting pace, skill, and goal-scoring prowess into their frontline.
While Osimhen has maintained a focus on his current form and expressed appreciation for Galatasaray supporters, speculation about his future continues. Reports suggest a possible preference for a Premier League move, but Juventus remains a serious contender in the race to secure one of Africa’s most exciting strikers.
