Tag: Victor Osimhen
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Fenerbahce deny interest in permanent Osimhen deal
Fenerbahce’s vice president has strongly dismissed rumors suggesting the club intends to secure Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen on a permanent deal once his current loan agreement with Galatasaray expires next summer, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen joined Galatasaray from Napoli on a one-year loan following a fallout with the Serie A club’s management. Despite his excellent form…
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Osimhen, Lookman, Ekong arive, take camp to 21 players
Nigeria’s preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches have received a significant boost with the arrival of key players, including in-form Galatasaray forward Victor Osimhen, captain William Troost-Ekong, and Ademola Lookman, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports The Super Eagles camp in Ivory Coast welcomed an influx of stars on Tuesday, starting with Wilfred Ndidi, Kelechi…
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Newcastle United join the race for Super Eagles talisman
Victor Osimhen hasn’t been short of interest from top clubs since his strained relationship with Napoli, from Chelsea to Arsenal, Manchester United, PSG and also a big money proposal from Saudi Arabia which he vehemently refuted, another EPL club has joined the que for his acquisition, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Super Eagles forward who is currently…
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Galatasaray: Victor Osimhen net brace in win over Samsunspor
Nigeria Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen added to his goal-scoring form after scoring against Samsunspor in the Turkish league on Sunday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen scored a brace to lead Galatasaray to a 3-2 win over Samsunspor at RAMS Park in the Superliga Matchday 12. The reigning African footballer of the year opened the score for…
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Osimhen scores twice again as Galatasaray edge Samsunspor
Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen continued his scintillating form with a brace in Galatasaray’s 3-2 win over Samsunspor on Sunday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nigerian striker, 25, also scored twice in Galatasaray’s 3-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur on Thursday. Osimhen opened the scoring with a superb third-minute header, before Cameroonian Olivier Ntcham equalized from the spot after…
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Osimhen commits to Galatasaray until season’s end
Nigeria international Victor Osimhen has reaffirmed his intention to stay at Galatasaray for the remainder of the season, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The striker, on a season-long loan from Napoli, has been linked with a January move, but Osimhen dismissed speculation. “They are talking about January. I am here until the end of the season. I don’t…
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“I could have scored four”: Osimhen reflects on missed hat-trick in Galatasaray’s victory
In an intense Europa League clash on Thursday night, Galatasaray pulled off a crucial 3-2 victory over Tottenham Hotspur at Ali Sami Yen Spor Kompleksi RAMS Park, marking their third win in the competition’s group stage, Nigeriasoccernet.com writes. Victor Osimhen was in brilliant form, netting twice in the first half—his first-ever brace in the opening…
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Yunus Akgün highlights how pivotal Osimhen’s relationship with Icardi helps the team
Galatasaray forward Yunus Akgün has revealed the impact Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen has had on the team since his summer loan move from Napoli, pointing to the blossoming relationship between the striker and veteran forward, Mauro Icardi, Nigeriasoccernet.com writes. Osimhen joined the Turkish club after a tense relationship with the Serie A outfit with…
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“Victor Osimhen is our player this season” Galatasaray play down Osimhen transfer talk
Galatasaray president Dursun Özbek has downplayed speculation surrounding Victor Osimhen’s future at the club, stating it’s too early to discuss a permanent transfer, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen, on a season-long loan from Napoli, has impressed with four goals and three assists in seven outings. Özbek emphasized Galatasaray’s focus on the current season, saying, “Galatasaray football team…
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Osimhen all smiles in training with Galatasaray as Eguaveon gets major boost
Victor Osimhen has been pictured all smiles in training with Turkish giant, Galatasaray ahead of the Europa League game against Tottenham with his return also coming as a relief for Super Eagles head coach Augustine Eguaveon, Nigeriasoccernet.com writes. The Super Eagles striker missed the last international duty through injury although the team didn’t play the…
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Transfer: Osimhen commits to Galatasaray amid January exit speculation
Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen has denied reports linking him with a January departure from Galatasaray, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen, on a season-long loan from Napoli, has been touted for a move to a bigger European club. However, the 25-year-old dismissed the speculation, stating: “Yes, my contract ends at the end of the season.” When asked about…
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Victor Osimhen scores as Galatasaray defeat Besiktas
Victor Osimhen continued his goal-scoring form for Galatasaray after scoring in their league win over Besiktas on Monday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Super Eagles striker scored the second goal as Galatasaray earned a 2-1 hard-fought win over Besiktas at RAMS Park. Davinson Sanchez’s goal in the 13th minute put the hosts ahead in the first half…
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Osimhen marks return with a strike in Galatasaray’s win
Super Eagles forward, Victor Osimhen made a triumphant return from injury, scoring in Galatasaray’s convincing 3-0 win over Antalyaspor in the Turkish Super Lig on Saturday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nigerian international, who resumed training this week, came off the bench in the 78th minute, replacing Mauro Icardi. Osimhen sealed the victory with Galatasaray’s third goal…
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Osimhen reveals reasons behind Galatasaray move
Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen has spoken out about his surprise move to Galatasaray, revealing that collapsed deals with Al Ahli and Chelsea led to his decision, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen joined Galatasaray on loan from Napoli after his proposed transfers fell through on deadline day. “I had plans to stay at Napoli and wait for three…
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Osimhen returns, listed Galatasaray’s squad for weekend clash
Victor Osimhen has been named in Galatasaray’s squad for Sunday’s Turkish Super Lig match against Antalyaspor, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen, 25, resumed full training this week after recovering from a muscle injury sustained in Galatasaray’s 3-3 draw with Kasimpasa last month missing out on hi expected international invitation for the 2025 AFCON qualifiers. Galatasaray coach Okan…
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Osimhen’s Galatasaray future clarified by Buruk
Galatasaray manager, Okan Buruk has quashed speculation surrounding Victor Osimhen’s potential January exit, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Turkish outfit has been reported to be muting the idea of signing the Nigerian striker on a permanent basis in January even as Premier League club, Chelsea keep pushing for him. However, Buruk insisted Osimhen is content at Galatasaray.…
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Transfer: Galatasaray plan to sign Osimhen in January
Turkish Super Lig outfit, Galatasaray are considering the idea of signing their Nigerian forward, Victor Osimhen outrightly, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen after a long summer tanager saga joined the Yellow-Red on a season-long dry-loan from Napoli with no obligation. The 25-year-old has hit the ground running since his move away from Italy and has contributed two…
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Osimhen play down Injury fears after Galatasaray draw
Nigerian forward, Victor Osimhen has eased concerns over his substitution in Galatasaray’s 3-3 draw with Kasimpasa, revealing it was due to minor discomfort, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen scored twice in the first half but was replaced by Dries Mertens after the break, sparking fears of a potential injury. However, the 25-year-old clarified: “I do not have…
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Osimhen off the mark with a brace but Kasimpasa hold Galatasaray to a stalemate
Victor Osimhen scored twice on his way to opening his goal account for Galatasaray, but it wasn’t enough to secure victory as they were held to a thrilling 3-3 draw by Kasimpasa at the RAMS Park, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nigerian striker broke the deadlock in the 20th minute and doubled his tally just eight minutes…
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Boniface backs himself for African Player of the Year Award
Bayer Leverkusen striker Victor Boniface has boldly declared himself a strong contender for the 2024 African Player of the Year award, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Boniface’s confidence comes despite Ademola Lookman’s favoritism for the honor, following his impressive performances for Nigeria and Atalanta. Lookman starred in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, scoring three goals in seven…