Osimhen hails Galatasaray spell as career highlight amid transfer chatter

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Victor Osimhen says his spell with Galatasaray SK has been among the most satisfying stretches of his professional football career, praising both the club’s momentum and his own form as summer transfer talk grows.

Key takeaways

  • Victor Osimhen has described his time at Galatasaray as one of the most enjoyable phases of his career.
  • The Super Eagles forward has helped the Istanbul club win consecutive Turkish Super Lig titles since joining two years ago.
  • In last season’s title run, he produced 26 league goals and four assists in 30 appearances.
  • This term, during Galatasaray’s title defence, Osimhen has added 15 goals and five assists in 20 league matches.
  • Despite ongoing speculation about a possible summer exit, he insists he is currently going through a standout period.

Osimhen’s impact in Galatasaray’s title surge

The Nigerian striker has delivered significant returns since moving to Istanbul, and his contributions have been central to Galatasaray’s return to the top of Turkish football. Over the past two seasons, the club has captured the Turkish Super Lig crown in back-to-back campaigns, with Osimhen playing a key role in both triumphs.

Last season, Osimhen proved decisive throughout the league, finishing with 26 goals and four assists across 30 Turkish Super Lig matches. His influence has continued during the current campaign as Galatasaray looks to defend their title, where he has recorded 15 goals and five assists from 20 league outings.

Transfer interest grows, but Osimhen remains upbeat

Osimhen’s performances have also drawn attention from multiple leading clubs across Europe ahead of the summer transfer window, with reports increasingly pointing to the possibility of him leaving Turkey. Even with that noise around him, the forward has played down any sense that his focus is drifting.

Speaking to the club’s official YouTube channel, Osimhen said he is enjoying one of the strongest moments of his career. He stated: “I’m experiencing one of the best periods of my career.” He added: “I feel great. This is the best so far. I’m experiencing one of the best and most fulfilling periods of my career.”

Why he’s become a fan favourite

Beyond the numbers, the 27-year-old has won over Galatasaray supporters through his passion, energy, and dependable presence in front of goal. His performances have helped reinforce the club’s dominance in Turkish football throughout the last two seasons, turning him into a key figure on and off the pitch.

Zibuyile Dladla
Zibuyile Dladla
Senior Writer

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