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  • Osimhen weighs options amid  Al Ahli audacious offers

    Osimhen weighs options amid  Al Ahli audacious offers

    Nigeria international striker  Victor Osimhen is reportedly  reviewing  alternative options  following the imminent departure of Cristiano Giuntoli’s from Juventus.

    Italian news outlet, Football Italia, claimed the departure of the Juventus chief means that the Bianconeri are no longer expected to pursue a deal for the  Napoli-owned striker in the summer transfer window..

    Osimhen is expected to be sold by Napoli during the summer transfer window after an impressive season on loan with Galatasaray. He has a release clause worth €75m in his contract, which will be valid for teams outside Serie A this summer.

    Despite the fact that they are unable to trigger the release clause in Osimhen’s contract with Napoli, Juventus have still been keen on the idea of striking a deal with the Partenopei.

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    Giuntoli, who has been working as Juventus’s sporting director, used to work in the same role at Napoli and was responsible for bringing Osimhen to Serie A in the first place.

    Juventus had been prepared to lodge an offer with Napoli in the first half of July, even though Napoli have always maintained that they did not wish to negotiate with Juventus, a direct league rival.

    However, with Giuntoli now expected to leave the club, Juventus are no longer expected to pursue a deal for the Nigeria international this summer.

    That leaves Osimhen needing to review some of his alternative options, among which is Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal, who are prepared to offer a lucrative contract in order to lure the Nigeria international to the Middle East.

  • Russia coach expects tough Nigeria sans  Osimhen, Lookman

    Russia coach expects tough Nigeria sans  Osimhen, Lookman

    Russia coach has warned Super Eagles will not be soft touch Friday even though they will be without top stars Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman.

    This will be the first-ever clash between Russia and Nigeria at full international level.

     “It doesn’t change our preparation at all. Without Osimhen and Lookman, there will be other equally good footballers,” Russia coach Valeri Karpin told Komsomolskaya Pravda

     “Now there are many media outlets, bloggers, internet broadcasts… They write: “Nigeria is bringing a second team” only because two leaders didn’t come.”

    The Russian coach was quick to point out that his own squad is also without several key names.

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     “Then we can also say that we are bringing a second team. We don’t have Golovin, we don’t have Zakharyan. Golovin, Zakharyan, Barinov, Diveev were not in the match with Zambia,” he said.

     “These are our main players, our stars. Safonov was not there. But no one is talking about this.”

    Karpin revealed that he is looking forward to facing top Super Eagles players like Sevilla forward Kelechi Iheanacho and Bayer Leverkusen striker Victor Boniface, but admitted he’d have preferred Osimhen and Lookman to test his squad.

     “Of course. I repeat, I would like to have both Osimhen and Lookman to test our team against the best players,” he said.

     “But their absence certainly does not make Nigeria fundamentally weaker.”

  • Galatasaray tempt Osimhen with ₦27b annually

    Galatasaray tempt Osimhen with ₦27b annually

    Turkish Super Lig champions Galatasaray are planning to offer Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen N27 billion per year to convince him to join the club permanently, Soccernet.ng reports.

    Osimhen has enjoyed a remarkable campaign at Galatasaray following his season-long loan from Napoli in the summer. Many thought that Osimhen would just pass time at Galatasaray after Napoli removed him for their plans for the season.

    Osimhen is set to return to Napoli this summer at the end of his loan deal, and Galatasaray have been clear about keeping him beyond this summer.

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    Earlier in the month, the Vice President of the club Kavukcu confirmed that the club has already started making moves to sign Osimhen permanently.

    “We talked to my president about Osimhen in January,” Kavukcu said.

    “We told Osimhen in January, ‘We want you very much, don’t go anywhere. We are working to get your transfer.’

    “We are developing projects for this. We developed them to sit at that table and we are at that table right now. We are ready to get his transfer and pay the salaries he will receive from Europe.”

     

  • I’m making efforts with Mikel Obi to bring Osimhen to Chelsea – Peter Okoye

    I’m making efforts with Mikel Obi to bring Osimhen to Chelsea – Peter Okoye

    Music star Peter Okoye, popularly known as Mr. P from the defunct P-Square duo, has reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring Victor Osimhen is signed by Chelsea FC.

    Okoye took to X to update fans on his behind-the-scenes efforts with former Chelsea midfielder Mikel Obi to secure the in-demand striker’s signature during the 2024 summer transfer window.

    In the post, Okoye revealed he and Obi were part of a three-way call that stretched until midnight on transfer deadline day, pushing to finalise Osimhen’s move to Stamford Bridge.

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    He wrote: “Dear @ChelseaFC fans, last summer, both @mikel_john_obi and I made every effort to secure the signing of @victorosimhen9 for Chelsea, including engaging in a three-way call right up until the transfer deadline. I want to reassure all of you that we remain steadfast in our pursuit and will continue our efforts this summer. Fingers crossed.#AgentP”.

    Despite their efforts, the deal collapsed and Osimhen joined Turkish giants Galatasaray on a season-long loan.

    The 26-year-old forward thrived in Istanbul, clinching the Turkish Super Lig’s top scorer title with an impressive 26 goals.

  • Osimhen scores 26th goal on final day

    Osimhen scores 26th goal on final day

    Victor Osimhen yesterday rounded up his loan spell at Galatasaray in fine style after he scored his 26th goal in the Turkish Super Lig to finish as top scorer.

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    Osimhen scored with a header in the 81st minute to double Galatasaray’s lead against Istanbul rivals Basaksehir, with the home fans singing his praise.

    The Super Eagles striker has thus finished as goal King in Italy and Turkey, and Galatasaray remain hopeful the striker will stay on beyond his loan deal.

  • Osimhen agrees three-year deal with Al-Hilal

    Osimhen agrees three-year deal with Al-Hilal

    Premier League clubs, Chelsea and Manchester United, are set to miss out on signing Victor Osimhen as the Nigeria international has agreed a move to Al-Hilal.

    Osimhen joined Galatasaray on a season-long loan from Napoli last year after failing to join Chelsea in the closing stages of the transfer window.

    The 26-year-old, who has also been linked with Man United, has enjoyed a successful season in Turkey.

    However, according to Saudi newspaper Al-Riyadh, Osimhen has now agreed a three-year contract to join Al-Hilal this summer.

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    The report added that the Saudi Pro League club want to have the former Lille star in their squad for the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup, which starts next month.

    Al-Hilal are also ready to pay the €75 million release clause in Osimhen’s deal with Napoli.

    This is coming after Osimhen held talks with Al-Hilal over a move to join the club.

    Osimhen has scored 36 goals in 40 appearances across all competitions for Galatasaray.

    He helped Galatasaray win the Turkish league and cup double this season.

  • Osimhen relishes Galatasaray’s title success

    Osimhen relishes Galatasaray’s title success

    Victor Osimhen has expressed delight after helping Galatasaray clinch the Turkish Super Lig title.

    The Nigerian striker played a key role in Okan Buruk’s side sealing their third consecutive league crown with a commanding 3-0 win over Kayserispor at the RAMS Park on Sunday.

    Osimhen opened the scoring in the 26th minute, setting the tone for Galatasaray’s dominant performance. The 26-year-old has now netted an impressive 36 goals across all competitions for the Yellow and Reds this season.

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    “I feel very happy. It is incredible to take part in Galatasaray’s history and reach the fifth star. We have two matches left,” Osimhen was quoted by club’s official website.

    ” We will look to have fun. I am enjoying the moment at the moment. I am not thinking about my future.”

  • Osimhen scores as Galatasaray seal Turkish title

    Osimhen scores as Galatasaray seal Turkish title

    • Rooney recommends Nigerian ace for Man United

    Fresh from scoring a decisive brace that secured Galatasaray’s first Turkish Cup in five seasons, Victor Osimhen and Galatasaray yesterday made it a season’s double with the Turkish Super Lig crown.

    Just four days after the Turkish Cup success , the back-to-back league champions, thrashed Kayserispor 3-0 to clinch the Turkish Super Lig title for Galatasaray, with two games to spare.

    Galatasaray currently commands the league table with an 11-point lead over their closest rivals, Fenerbahce and just a single point would have been enough crown them third successive league title but they got the maximum points to half all calculations.

    Osimhen, on a season-long loan from Napoli, has been instrumental in Galatasaray’s stellar campaign. His remarkable tally of 25 goals in 29 league appearances has propelled the team to their 25th Super Lig trophy.

    Galatasaray have undeniably been the standout team in the Turkish league this season, a testament in large part to Osimhen’s brilliance. He has consistently posed a significant goal threat and currently leads the league in scoring.

    Osimhen recently achieved a significant milestone with his two goals against Trabzonspor on Wednesday. This brace allowed him to surpass Mario Jardel’s record, set in 2000, to become the highest-scoring foreign player in Turkish football history.

    The 26-year-old has enjoyed a phenomenal season, amassing a career-high total of 35 goals, including 24 in the Trendyol Super Lig, 6 in the UEFA Europa League, and 5 in the Turkish Cup.

    Meanwhile, Manchester United legend, Wayne Rooney has urged his old club to sign three players including Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen.

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    According to Rooney, Osimhen is a good striker and will be available this summer transfer window.

    The Englishman also urged the Red Devils to re-sign former Man United goalkeeper David de Gea and Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi.

    Asked which players Man United should target this summer for their manager Ruben Amorim, Rooney told Amazon Prime: “I would probably sign David de Gea back.

    “I think Manchester United have missed him and he could still do a very good job for United.

    “I would sign Victor Osimhen as the No. 9. I think he is a good striker and would possibly be available this summer.

    “The third one would be difficult but I would try to sign Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace. I think he would have a really good impact on the club.”

  • Galatasaray fans lobby Osimhen to stay

    Galatasaray fans lobby Osimhen to stay

    Former Besiktas forward Nihat Kahveci recently revealed that Galatasaray fans have been expressing interest in the potential future of Victor Osimhen.

    Speaking on the Kontraspor YouTube channel via habersarikirmizi.com, Kahveci shared his thoughts on the Nigerian striker’s impressive performances and the growing speculation surrounding his future at the club.

    Kahveci said, “Galatasaray fans even started asking me about Osimhen. I think even the possibility of keeping Osimhen is a success because the player is a very big name.

    “Also, the teams that want him are very big.”

    His comments reflect the widespread admiration for Osimhen, who joined Galatasaray last summer on loan from Napoli and has been in sensational form this season.

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    Osimhen has scored 33 goals and provided 8 assists for Galatasaray in the ongoing campaign, setting a new personal record for goals and assists in a single season.

    His exceptional contributions have solidified his reputation as one of Europe’s top strikers, attracting interest from several major clubs across the continent.

    Despite the widespread interest in the striker, the possibility of him staying at Galatasaray is seen as a major success for the Turkish giants.

    As Galatasaray looks to strengthen its squad ahead of future challenges, Osimhen’s future at the club remains a topic of keen interest.

  • Osimhen on the double as Galatasaray cruise past Sivasspor

    Osimhen on the double as Galatasaray cruise past Sivasspor

    • Sets new personal goals record

    Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen was the standout performer as Galatasaray moved a step closer to lifting the Turkish Süper Lig title with a dominant 4-1 victory over Sivasspor on Saturday.

    The Nigerian striker netted a brace as the league leaders made easy work of their visitors in a one-sided encounter.

    Lucas Torreira opened the scoring in the 9th minute, setting the tone early for the capital side. Osimhen doubled the lead just six minutes later, tapping home to make it 2-0.

    Barış Alper Yılmaz added a third in the 21st minute before Osimhen grabbed his second of the night in the 31st minute to make it 4-0. It was a complete demolition job within the first half hour.

    Sivasspor pulled one back through Rey Manaj two minutes later, but it did little to change the tide of the match.

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    Osimhen thought he had completed his hat-trick, but his third goal was ruled out for offside.

    There were no goals in the second half as Galatasaray comfortably saw out the game to remain firmly in control of the title race.

    The 26-year-old started the match and showed his quality once again, scoring his 23rd and 24th goals of the season. He was substituted in the 70th minute for Dries Mertens.

    He had four shots on target and missed two big chances.

    Likewise, he also made one key pass and completed seven out of eleven passes, giving him a pass accuracy of 64 percent.

    Osimhen attempted one long ball and one cross, which were both unsuccessful.

    He was flagged offside once and also recorded one interception.

    In terms of duels, he won three out of five on the ground and claimed the only aerial ball he contested.

    It was another solid performance from the Nigerian striker, who continues to play a key role in Galatasaray’s title push.