Victor Osimhen has quickly become the standout star of the Turkish Super Lig, with Galatasaray president Dursun Özbek praising the Nigerian forward as the league’s most valuable player. Following a remarkable loan spell last season, Osimhen completed a permanent transfer from Napoli this summer for €75 million. Setting a new record as the most expensive deal in Turkish football history.
Since joining Galatasaray permanently. The 26-year-old striker has continued to shine, scoring nine goals in just 12 appearances across all competitions. His stellar performances include a hat-trick against Ajax in the UEFA Champions League.
Osimhen’s growing reputation has sparked renewed interest from top European clubs, with Chelsea, PSG, Manchester United, and Barcelona reportedly monitoring him ahead of the January transfer window. Özbek commented on these developments at an Istanbul awards ceremony. Stating, “Osimhen is one of the most valuable footballers in Türkiye. All Turkish football fans agree: he is the league’s most valuable player.”
Despite the transfer speculation, Napoli and Galatasaray have agreed that Osimhen will not move to an Italian club until 2027. As part of the agreement, Napoli is entitled to 10% of any future transfer fee, ensuring both clubs benefit from his rising value.
The debate over Osimhen’s potential at Europe’s elite clubs has intensified. With former Premier League striker Troy Deeney questioning why such a prolific goalscorer is playing in Turkey rather than leading the line at a European powerhouse. “There’s something about him that screams goalscorer, yet some clubs have overlooked him,” Deeney noted on CBS Sports Golazo.
With record-breaking transfers, consistent goal-scoring form, and international recognition. Victor Osimhen continues to solidify his position as one of the most sought-after forwards in world football.
