Tag: Victor Osimhen
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Okan Buruk explains Victor Osimhen’s substitution in wake of Galatasaray’ Europa League exit
Galatasaray technical director Okan Buruk has explained the reasons behind his decision to substitute Victor Osimhen from the game against AZ Alkmaar in the second leg of the UEFA Europa League play-off qualifying round despite getting on the scoresheet, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nigerian striker was on target as the Lions played out a four-goal thriller…
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Napoli face indictment over financial irregularities for Osimhen and Manolas
The Rome public prosecutor’s office has requested the indictment of Napoli owner Aurelio De Laurentiis on charges of false accounting, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. De Laurentiis is accused of recording fictitious capital gains in the club’s purchase of players, including Victor Osimhen and Kostas Manolas. According to reports in Italy, prosecutors allege that the deals generated tens…
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Osimhen hands Galatasaray maximum points against Rizespor
Victor Osimhen was the hero of the night as Galatasaray beat Rizespor in the Turkish Super Lig on Monday night, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. He struck twice for Galatasaray as they defeated Rizespor 2-1 at the Çaykur Didi Stadyumu in Istanbul. Osimhen broke the deadlock with a 47th-minute header and sealed his double in the 86th minute…
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Manchester United not willing to give up Victor Osimhen’s pursuit
Manchester United is not willing to accept defeat on Victor Osimhen’s pursuit amidst his uncertain future which has seen a host of top European clubs register concrete interest as well as huge offers from Saudi Arabia, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Napoli reportedly agreed on a deal with Al Ahli earlier this week but the player refused the…
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UEL Playoffs: Galatasaray suffer heavy defeat, Osayi-Samuel shines for Fenerbahce
Victor Osimhen’s Galatasaray endured a 4-1 defeat away to AZ Alkmaar in the first leg of the Europa League playoffs on Thursday, writes Nigeriasoccernet.com. Osimhen did not feature in the encounter due to disciplinary reasons. Troy Parrott, Jordy Clasie, David Wolfe, and Sven Mijnans were on target for the Dutch side, while Roland Sallai netted…
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Napoli reportedly in negotiation with Al Ahli for Victor Osimhen’s summer exit
Napoli has reached a complete agreement with Al Ahli for the transfer of Victor Osimhen according to reports from transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. The total deal is worth between €75 and €80 million and Al Ahli has already scheduled a medical for the player. Nigeriasoccernet.com reports Osimhen is set to sign a four-year contract with…
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Amuneke: Osimhen made right call staying at Galatasaray
Ex-Nigerian international, Emmanuel Amuneke believes Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen made the correct decision to remain at Galatasaray, despite interest from other top clubs, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen, who is on loan from Napoli, has been in impressive form for the Turkish Super League side, scoring 17 goals this season. Amuneke praised Osimhen’s choice, saying: “He…
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Hundreds of kids idolize Osimhen, embrace his iconic face mask
Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen has become a massive inspiration for young football fans in Turkey, with hundreds of kids idolizing him not only for his goal-scoring prowess but also for his iconic face mask, Nigeriasoccernet.com can report. Currently on loan at Galatasaray from Napoli, Osimhen has quickly won the hearts of supporters since his…
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Osimhen’s Juventus link questioned by Luca Toni
World Cup winner, Luca Toni has doubts whether Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen would be a good fit for Juventus, amid reports linking him with a summer move to the club, Nigeriasoccernet.com report. Osimhen, currently on loan at Galatasaray, has a €75m release clause that Juventus are reportedly considering triggering. However, Toni believes the Nigerian’s playing…
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Sinan Engin reveals Victor Osimhen is a ‘blessing from God’ to Galatasaray SK
Turkish former footballer turned pundit Sinan Engin has revealed that Victor Osimhen is a blessing from God to Galatasaray SK following his blistering performance which has helped propelled the Turkish giants to the league summit, Nigeriasoccernet.com writes. Since his summer loan move from Napoli, the Super Eagles forward has been the main guy in attack,…
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Juventus identify Osimhen as top target to replace Vlahovic
Italian giants Juventus have earmarked Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen as their top candidate to replace Dusan Vlahovic, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen, currently on loan at Galatasaray from Napoli, has been in outstanding form, scoring 17 goals in 21 appearances. The 24-year-old previously worked with Juventus’ sporting director, Giuntoli, at Napoli during their Scudetto-winning season in 2023,…
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Galatasaray’s €65m Osimhen bid jejected by Napoli
Serie A giant, Napoli has turned down a €65m offer from Galatasaray for Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Turkish club according to Italian newspaper Corriere dello Sport had attempted to make Osimhen’s loan deal permanent but were unable to meet the 26-year-old’s €75m release clause. However, Galatasaray has a unique advantage in negotiations…
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Boniface absent from Leverkusen training amid Al Nassr talk
Nigeria international Victor Boniface missed Bayer Leverkusen’s training session on Tuesday, fuelling speculation about a potential move to Saudi Pro League side Al Nassr, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. According to football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Al Nassr’s delegation has been in Germany since Monday to negotiate with both Boniface and Leverkusen. Romano revealed on X that a…
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Victor Osimhen hands Galatasaray maximum points against Konyaspor
Nigeria’s Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen was on the score sheet to help Galatasaray earn maximum points in the Turkish league on Saturday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen scored from the spot in the first half to score his 12th goal of the season in the league and give Galatasaray a slim 1-0 victory over Konyaspor at…
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Osimhen accused of punching journalist in Istanbul
Nigeria international Victor Osimhen has been accused of punching a journalist during a late-night outing in Istanbul, Turkey, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. According to Turkish newspaper Posta, Osimhen was leaving an entertainment venue with friends when a group of reporters, including journalist Tolga Bozduman, attempted to take his picture. Bozduman alleges that Osimhen became aggressive, trying to…
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Victor Osimhen scores as Galatasaray draws 3-3 with Dynamo Kyiv in Europa League thriller
Victor Osimhen continued his impressive Europa League form, finding the back of the net in Galatasaray’s dramatic 3-3 draw against Dynamo Kyiv on Tuesday night, writes Nigeriasoccernet.com. Osimhen converted a penalty in the 53rd minute, marking his fourth goal in five Europa League appearances this season. The Nigerian international played the full 90 minutes for…
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Victor Osimhen reflects on Galatasaray’s disappointing draw with Dynamo Kiev
Galatasaray forward Victor Osimhen has expressed disappointment following his team’s 3-3 draw with Dynamo Kyiv in their UEFA Europa League clash on Tuesday night, reports Nigeriasoccernet.com. The Turkish Super Lig champions squandered a two-goal lead in a keenly contested encounter, with Osimhen scoring Galatasaray’s second goal from the penalty spot just seven minutes before the…
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“He’s not the most technical but his numbers speak for him” – Giulio Ebagua
Nigerian forward Giulio Ebagua has waded into the discussion surrounding his countryman Victor Osimhen, confessing that he doesn’t rate the lethal forward in terms of his style of play and technicality, Nigeriasoccernet.com gathered. The Benin-born striker while in an exclusive chat with Europa Calcio admitted that although he doesn’t seem to be among some of…
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Manchester United get Osimhen’s transfer edge as Napoli push for permanent exit
Napoli are prepared to permanently offload Victor Osimhen with the Partenopei offering Manchester United a discount as they push for the signature of Alejandro Garnacho following the departure of Georgian khvicha kvaratskhelia to PSG, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. This discount from Napoli to the Old Trafford club is in a bid to get a lower asking price…
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Osimhen criticises Galatasaray’s first-half display after stalemate
Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen says Galatasaray lacked intensity in the first half of their 1-1 draw with Hatayspor in the Turkish Super Lig, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen scored from the penalty spot in the 56th minute to earn his side a point, but felt they were below par in the opening 45 minutes. “There was a…