'No Osimhen' - Turkish coach explains why Galatasaray were soundly beaten by AZ Alkmaar in UEL
Published: February 14, 2025
Former Turkish manager Önder Özen has pointed to the absence of Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen and two other influential players as a key factor in Galatasaray’s disappointing 4-1 defeat to AZ Alkmaar in the UEFA Europa League on Thursday night.  The Turkish giants struggled to pose a significant attacking threat...
'I was afraid' - Mourinho reveals why Osayi-Samuel was replaced at half-time in Fenerbahce's UEL win
Published: February 14, 2025
Fenerbahce manager José Mourinho has revealed why he substituted Bright Osayi-Samuel at half-time during their 3-0 UEFA Europa League victory over Anderlecht on Thursday night.  The Nigerian international, making his first start in six games, was booked in the 29th minute following a challenge on Anderlecht forward.C...
'These guys' - Pundit claims not even Real Madrid matches Galatasaray attack with Osimhen and co
Published: February 13, 2025
Galatasaray’s attacking lineup has been hailed as one of the strongest in European football following the club’s mid-season transfer activity. The Turkish giants bolstered their squad with some impressive signings, including the acquisition of Spanish striker Alvaro Morata, a move that has made waves in football c...
Turkish pundit reveals Osimhen's most likely destination after rejecting Al Ahli this winter
Published: February 12, 2025
Turkish pundit Bülent Timurlenk, provided valuable insights into the future of Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen after he turned down a lucrative offer from Al Ahli this winter.Osimhen, who is currently on loan at Galatasaray, has become one of the most sought-after players in the transfer market, with top clubs eyeing ...
Galatasaray sign versatile Lens right back amid links with Nottingham Forest star Ola Aina
Published: February 11, 2025
Turkish Super Lig champions Galatasaray have signed versatile Lens right-back Przemyslaw Frankowski ahead of the close of the January transfer window, amid interest in Nottingham Forest's Nigeria defender Ola Aina.Przemyslaw Frankowski has joined the Lion on a loan deal for the remainder of the 2024-2025 season, with a...
Morata and Osimhen strike force at Galatasaray: Ex-Besiktas sporting director gives green light
Published: February 08, 2025
Former Besiktas sporting director Önder Özen has expressed confidence in the compatibility of Alvaro Morata and Victor Osimhen, suggesting the duo can form a formidable partnership against Adana Demirspor on Sunday.  Galatasaray has enjoyed a flawless season in the Turkish Super Lig, with Victor Osimhen playing a pi...
Slavia Prague respond as Galatasaray make N19b bid for ex-Flying Eagles CB Igoh Ogbu
Published: February 07, 2025
Czech First League giants Slavia Prague have rebuffed a lucrative offer from Turkish powerhouse Galatasaray for former Flying Eagles central defender Igoh Ogbu. The Nigerian center-back has been a stalwart for Slavia Prague since joining the club in 2023, and his impressive performances have caught the attention of se...
'I liken it to a cocktail' - Ex-Liverpool winger hypes Osimhen, Morata, Icardi potential partnership
Published: February 06, 2025
Former Liverpool winger Albert Riera has shared his thoughts on the potential attacking trio of Victor Osimhen, Mauro Icardi, and Alvaro Morata at Galatasaray, expressing confidence that the forwards will complement each other and create a formidable partnership.   Osimhen, who has been in stellar form since his loan...
Confirmed team news: Galatasaray striker Osimhen will not make Turkish Cup debut v Boluspor
Published: February 05, 2025
Galatasaray has announced its squad for the upcoming Ziraat Turkish Cup match against Boluspor, and one of the notable absentees is Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen. The Super Lig leaders will travel to Boluspor for the second-round match, but Osimhen, who has been in scintillating form since joining the club, will...
'A blessing from God' - Former Besiktas midfielder suggests Osimhen gives Galatasaray unfair advantage
Published: February 05, 2025
Former Beşiktaş midfielder Sinan Engin has suggested that Galatasaray's signing of Victor Osimhen last September has given them an unfair advantage.The former African Footballer of the Year transferred to The Lion after failed deadline day moves to Premier League giants Chelsea and Saudi Pro League side Al-Ahli in th...
'One of the best forwards' - Ex-Galatasaray midfielder Etebo lauds Super Eagles teammate Osimhen
Published: February 04, 2025
Super Eagles midfielder Peter Etebo has heaped praise on his compatriot Victor Osimhen, who is currently on loan at Turkish giants Galatasaray. Etebo, who plays for Gençlerbirliği, described Osimhen as one of the best forwards in the world, highlighting his impressive performances for Galatasaray.Osimhen, who is on ...
'If Osimhen scores 5, Morata scores 10' - Ex-Fenerbahce coach claims Spaniard is better than Nigerian
Published: February 03, 2025
Former Fenerbahce coach Rıdvan Dilmen has made a bold claim about Álvaro Morata, stating that the Spaniard is on the same level as world-class forwards like Harry Kane and Karim Benzema.  Morata joined Galatasaray from Atlético Madrid during the winter transfer window, linking up with Nigerian striker Victor Osimhe...
Why Napoli loanee Victor Osimhen rejected transfer to Juventus this winter
Published: February 01, 2025
Victor Osimhen’s decision to reject a move to Juventus during the winter transfer window has raised eyebrows across Europe, with the Nigerian striker opting to remain at Galatasaray for the remainder of the season. The move would have seen the 25-year-old forward leave the Turkish giants and return to Serie A, but O...
Osimhen earns UEL Team of the League phase spot alongside Man Utd and Tottenham defenders
Published: January 31, 2025
Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has been named in the Europa League Team of the League phase by Whoscored.com.  The football statistics website has compiled a Best XI, with the Nigeria international and his Galatasaray teammate Yunus Akgün making the cut.Osimhen appeared in six matches during the league phase of t...
Osimhen scores in four consecutive Europa League matches as Galatasaray lose to Ajax
Published: January 30, 2025
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen found the net for Galatasaray in their 2-1 defeat to Ajax in the UEFA Europa League, scoring a late consolation goal for the Turkish giants.It marked the fourth straight Europa League match in which the Napoli loanee registered his name on the scoresheet.The Nigerian forward, who joi...