After blistering start at new club, ex-Besiktas star jokes Osimhen has been at Galatasaray for 10 years
Published: November 10, 2024
Former Beşiktaş forward Nihat Kahveci has been surprised by Victor Osimhen's blistering start to the season with Galatasaray.The Nigerian striker has looked at home since joining the Turkish giants on a loan deal from Napoli in the summer and has quickly established himself as a fan favourite and one of the club's be...
'I could have scored four' - Osimhen kicking himself for not scoring more against Tottenham
Published: November 08, 2024
Galatasaray earned their third win in the league phase of the Europa League on Thursday night, beating Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur 3-2 at Ali Sami Yen Spor Kompleksi RAMS Park.Victor Osimhen was the star of the show, scoring a brace in the hard-fought win against the north London club.It marked the first time...
First-ever brace for Osimhen in first half of European competition as Galatasaray beat Tottenham
Published: November 07, 2024
Victor Osimhen scored twice as Galatasaray beat Tottenham Hotspur 3-2 in the UEFA Europa League matchday four fixture played at the RAMS Park on Thursday.Five minutes into the game Yunus Akgün gave Galatasaray the lead with a stunning strike, producing a wonderful volley into the top corner after Gabriel Sara's free-k...
'Can play for Real Madrid' - Ex-West Ham defender surprised Osimhen agreed move to Galatasaray
Published: November 07, 2024
Former West Ham defender Jeff Brazier has expressed his surprise at Victor Osimhen’s decision to join Turkish club Galatasaray, stating that the forward has the skill set to succeed at elite European clubs like Real Madrid.His high-profile move to Galatasaray came after a summer full of speculation, with many expecti...
'There were options in Saudi, Chelsea' - Galatasaray's Spanish coach reveals it was easy to sign Osimhen
Published: November 07, 2024
Galatasaray's Spanish coach Ismael Garcia Gomez has made an interesting revelation about the club's signing of Victor Osimhen in the summer.The Lion assistant manager has revealed that it was easy for the club to acquire the services of the Super Eagles forward despite the failure of Premier League side Chelsea and oil...
'We play in the Premier League' - Tottenham coach Postecoglou unfazed by Osimhen and Icardi threat
Published: November 07, 2024
Cap-tied England international of Nigerian descent Dominic Solanke and manager Ange Postecoglou were on media duties on Wednesday, on the eve of Tottenham Hotspur's Europa League match against Galatasaray at RAMS Park in Istanbul, Turkiye.One of the questions Postecoglou was asked during the press conference was how hi...
Confirmed: Osimhen to undergo late fitness test before Galatasaray v Tottenham Hotspur
Published: November 06, 2024
Victor Osimhen will undergo a late fitness test to determine his availability for Thursday's Europa League clash between Turkish champions Galatasaray and Tottenham Hotspur, Lion manager Okan Buruk told reporters at the pre-match press conference. There has been apprehension regarding the fitness of the Nigerian strik...
Good news for Eguavoen ahead of Afconq as Osimhen spotted in team training pre-Tottenham
Published: November 05, 2024
Victor Osimhen is seemingly in contention to be named in Galatasaray's gameday squad for the Europa League match against Tottenham Hotspur on Thursday, November 7.The Napoli loanee was spotted in the training images released by the Istanbul giants on Tuesday, an indication that he was able to take part in team training...
'Useless to talk about these issues' - Galatasaray president addresses Osimhen full deal claims
Published: November 05, 2024
Galatasaray President Dursun Özbek has addressed reports linking the club to a full deal for 2023 Ballon d'Or nominee Victor Osimhen. The Turkish giants took advantage of Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain's inability to sign the Super Eagles striker to acquire his services on a loan deal.The 25-year-old has had a blist...
Galatasaray sweating on Osimhen's fitness ahead of Europa League clash against Tottenham
Published: November 04, 2024
Turkish giants Galatasaray continued preparations for their UEFA Europa League match against Tottenham Hotspur, scheduled for November 7 at RAMS Park in İstanbul.The reigning Super Lig champions are eager to maintain their winning momentum, but concerns surround the fitness of star striker Victor Osimhen.According to ...
Ex-Besiktas star explains why he prefers Osimhen over most expensive signing in Super Lig history
Published: November 04, 2024
Former Beşiktaş star Sergen Yalçın has explained why he prefers Victor Osimhen over Youssef En-Nesyri.Napoli-owned striker Osimhen joined Galatasaray on loan in September while En-Nesyri moved to Fenerbahçe in July for a fee of 19.5 million euros, making the Morocco international the most expensive player in histo...
'Fake news'- Report confirms Osimhen has zero percent chance of joining Galatasaray on full deal
Published: November 03, 2024
Reports linking Galatasaray to a permanent deal for Napoli loanee Victor Osimhen have been branded 'fake news'.According to TEAMtalk, there is no chance that the Turkish giants will sign the Super Eagles forward on a permanent deal, implying that he would seek a move elsewhere upon the expiration of his loan term.There...
'I'll never betray Fenerbahce' - Osayi-Samuel dismisses links with Yellow Canaries bitter rivals Galatasaray
Published: October 30, 2024
Super Eagles fullback Bright Osayi-Samuel has dismissed reports linking him to a potential move to Galatasaray, despite ongoing negotiations over a contract renewal with Fenerbahçe, where his current deal is set to expire in the summer of 2025.The Nigerian defender has been key for Fenerbahçe since joining from Queen...
Is Osayi-Samuel staying or leaving? Marseille join Norwich, Lens in race for Fenerbahce's Osayi-Samuel
Published: October 30, 2024
The future of Bright Osayi-Samuel, Fenerbahçe's prized right-back, hangs in the balance as his contract expiration date draws near. The Nigerian international's impressive performances have attracted suitors from European clubs, leaving Fenerbahçe facing a tough battle to retain his services.Galatasaray recently exp...
'Proper baller' - Osimhen lauds Galatasaray teammate Gabriel Sara after providing free-kick assist
Published: October 30, 2024
Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has heaped praise on teammate Gabriel Sara, crediting the midfielder's exceptional vision and skill for his decisive goal in Monday's 2-1 Istanbul Derby win over Besiktas.The Nigerian international's 67th-minute header, expertly assisted by Sara's pinpoint free-kick delivery, sealed G...