The 27-year-old initially joined Galatasaray on loan last season before completing a permanent transfer last summer, with the club paying a record fee of €75 million. Since then, Osimhen has justified the investment by delivering consistently on the pitch. Across 66 appearances in all competitions, he has scored 54 goals and provided 11 assists, establishing himself as the team’s focal point in attack under manager Okan Buruk.
In a recent interview, President Özbek explained what makes Osimhen exceptional. He emphasized the striker’s relentless pressing, goal-scoring ability, and capacity to excite fans, both during matches and in training. “At the centre of attention, he came to Galatasaray. Among the strikers who have played for Galatasaray, after Metin Oktay, Victor Osimhen is the one who excites me the most,” Özbek said.
The president also noted that Osimhen’s dedication and intensity are evident even in practice sessions, where he performs as though he is in a match scenario. Özbek admitted that the club staff are sometimes concerned about the risk of injury due to his aggressive playing style. Nevertheless, his energy and professionalism continue to inspire both teammates and supporters.
Osimhen’s impact extends beyond statistics. His performances have brought excitement to fans and attention to Galatasaray on a broader scale, including in European competitions. Recently, the Nigerian forward made headlines in the UEFA Champions League with decisive performances, including a hat-trick against Ajax, further demonstrating his value on the continental stage.
Currently, Galatasaray sit atop the Turkish Super Lig, and Osimhen remains a central figure in the club’s ambitions both domestically and in Europe. His combination of skill, work rate, and charisma on the field underscores why he is considered one of the most influential players in Galatasaray’s recent history.