Tag: Victor Osimhen
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Osimhen’s selflessness delights Galatasaray boss
Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk has hailed Victor Osimhen’s unselfish approach to the game, despite the Nigerian striker yet to score his first goal for the Turkish Super Lig champions, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen, 25, has made a significant impact in his three appearances for Galatasaray, registering three assists and playing a crucial role in the…
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Osimhen insists Galatasaray strikers are united in pursuit of success
Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has dispelled notions of rivalry among Galatasaray’s attacking trio, insisting he enjoys a strong relationship with fellow forwards Mauro Icardi and Michy Batshuayi, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen joined the Istanbul giants recently and has started three games, including Wednesday’s UEFA Europa League clash with PAOK Thessaloniki. Galatasaray boasts a formidable attacking lineup…
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UEL: Victor Osimhen lead Galatasaray to victory against PAOK
Nigeria Super Eagles striker has continued his fine time for his new club, Galatasaray as he propelled them to victory in the UEFA Europa League against PAOK, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Victor Osimhen got his third assist in three matches for Galatasaray in their 3-1 home victory in their Europa League opener on Wednesday night. There was…
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Galatasaray’s Buruk eager to unleash Osimhen-Icardi partnership
Galatasaray manager Okan Buruk is relishing the prospect of pairing Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen with Argentine attacker Mauro Icardi, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports: Icardi returned to the team bench last weekend against Fenerbahce after a lengthy injury layoff, and Buruk is now eager to deploy the duo together. “Mauro Icardi was included in the Fenerbahce match squad…
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Osimhen prepares for PAOK despite exclusion speculations
Galatasaray manager Okan Buruk is likely to rest Victor Osimhen for Wednesday’s UEFA Europa League match against PAOK Salonica at the Rams Park in Istanbul, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The striker in the final training session on Tuesday evening appeared in a video walking onto the training pitch. But according to Turkish news outlet Ajansspor, Buruk will…
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Galatasaray rule out January exit for Osimhen
Galatasaray deputy chairman, ?brahim Hatipo?lu has dismissed reports suggesting Victor Osimhen could leave the club in January, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nigerian international joined the Turkish Super Lig champions on a season-long loan from Napoli earlier this month, sparking speculation about a potential January exit. However, Hatipo?lu insisted Osimhen will remain at Galatasaray until June, quashing…
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Victor Osimhen provides another assist in Galatasaray win over Fenerbache
Nigeria Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen provided a second assist in his second game for Galatasaray in their derby win over Fenerbache on Saturday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The former Napoli man assisted the second goal for the visitors who earned a 3-1 win over their rivals at the Ülker Stadyumu. Torreira opened score for the visitors…
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Insigne backs Osimhen’s Galatasaray move
Former Italy international Lorenzo Insigne has thrown his support behind Victor Osimhen’s surprise loan move to Turkish Super Lig champions Galatasaray, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The 25 year-old had been linked with Al-Ahli and Chelsea on transfer deadline day, but ultimately opted for a season-long deal with Galatasaray. Insigne, who played alongside Osimhen at Napoli, believes the…
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Batshuayi welcomes Osimhen to Galatasaray, plays down rivalry talk
Galatasaray forward Michy Batshuayi has expressed his delight at the arrival of Victor Osimhen, insisting there is no rivalry between himself, Osimhen, and Mauro Icardi, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Belgian international believes the trio’s collective goal is to help the Turkish Super Lig champions secure silverware this season. “There are three great forwards, all three of…
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Amuneke tips Lookman to succeed Osimhen as Africa’s Best
Former Nigeria international Emmanuel Amuneke has endorsed Ademola Lookman as the ideal candidate to succeed Victor Osimhen as Africa’s best player, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Lookman, 26, has impressed for both club and country, scoring three goals in seven appearances at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations and inspiring Atalanta to UEFA Europa League glory. The winger’s…
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Ibrahimovic remains tight-pipped on AC Milan’s Osimhen pursuit
AC Milan senior advisor Zlatan Ibrahimovic has refused to confirm or deny reports of a last-ditch attempt to sign Victor Osimhen from Napoli, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nigerian striker ultimately joined Turkish Super Lig champions Galatasaray on a season-long loan deal, despite interest from Saudi Arabian club Al Ahli and Chelsea. Italian news outlet AS Tuttosport…
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Osimhen plays down rivalry with Icardi and Batshuayi
Victor Osimhen has dismissed suggestions of a rivalry with his fellow Galatasaray forwards, insisting that he is focused on contributing to the team’s success, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. In an interview with the club’s official website, Osimhen said: “There is no competition between us and the center forwards. I knew that Galatasaray was a very good team…
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“He was considered as one of the possibilities” – PSG sporting director on Victor Osimhen
Paris Saint Germain sporting director Luis Campos has revealed that the French club considered a summer move for Victor Osimhen but admitted that an official offer was not sent to Napoli after they decided to stick to their forwards despite Kylian Mbappe’s departure, Nigeriasoccernet.com gathered. The Super Eagles striker was subject of interest to the…
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Osimhen resumes Galatasaray training all smiling
Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen trained with his new club, Galatasaray for the first since his summer transfer move from Napoli, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen after a long transfer saga moved on a dry loan to the Turkish outfit two days after the end of the summer transfer window in top-five Europe leagues. The 25-year-old after putting…
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Trabzonspor president reveals Osimhen’s deal was beyond their means
Trabzonspor president, Ertu?rul Do?an has disclosed that the Turkish Super Lig club were unable to sign Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen due to financial constraints, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. In an interview with Turkish news outlet Sabah Spor, Do?an explained that Osimhen’s name was suggested to the club, but they couldn’t afford the fees required to secure his…
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“I don’t like the way he behaves” – Jose Mourinho gives assessment of Victor Osimhen
Highly rated Portuguese manager, Jose Mourinho has given his assessment of Victor Osimhen following his loan move to Galatasaray and why he confronted the striker when Roma and Napoli clashed last season in the Serie A, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Despite being linked to Chelsea throughout the summer transfer window, Osimhen secured a late loan move to…
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I’m not going to rest until Osimhen joins Chelsea – Mikel Obi
Former Nigeria international, John Mikel Obi has reiterated his desire for Super Eagles Victor Osimhen striker to join Chelsea soon, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The former Chelsea legend has not hidden his desire for his countryman to move to the blue side of London since the summer transfer window. Obi has always believed Chelsea needed a top-notch…
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AFCON Qualifier: Super Eagles jet Off to Kigali for Rwanda clash
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have departed for Kigali, Rwanda, ahead of their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying tie against the Amavubi on Tuesday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The team, led by caretaker coach Augustine Eguavoen, left the Victor Attah Airport in Uyo on Sunday afternoon, fresh from their 3-0 victory over Benin Republic on Saturday.…
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Eguavoen hails Super Eagles’ Versatility after Benin Republic win
Super Eagles caretaker coach Augustine Eguavoen has praised his team’s adaptability after their convincing 3-0 win over Benin Republic in Saturday’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying tie, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Eguavoen opted for a 3-4-3 formation, which proved successful as Ademola Lookman scored a brace and substitute Victor Osimhen added a third goal. The 59-year-old…