Victor Osimhen: Turkish Pundit Explains Why Super Eagles Star Could Struggle at Galatasaray
- Victor Osimhen is close to completing his permanent move to Galatasaray from Italian club Napoli
- Both clubs have reached an agreement, subject to the signing of documents and other formalities
- A Turkish football commentator has raised a major concern about the striker ahead of his move
Victor Osimhen is close to completing a permanent move to Galatasaray, and a Turkish pundit has raised a key concern about the striker ahead of the move.
Osimhen spent last season on loan at Galatasaray and helped the club win the Turkish Super League and Ziraat Cup titles, prompting the club to sign him.
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As noted by Transfermarkt, he scored 37 goals in all competitions, including 26 league goals to win the Golden Boot and the league's best player award last season.
The Lions reached an agreement on personal terms with Osimhen, and after weeks of pondering over the deal, he agreed to join the club permanently.
It has been nearly three weeks now, and the deal is yet to be completed on a club-to-club basis, despite reports that both parties have an agreement in principle.
Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis is yet to sanction the deal as he is reportedly waiting for a bank guarantee and receiving the first €40 million instalment.
Pundit raises concerns about Osimhen
Turkish football commentator Fatih Dogan has warned Galatasaray to insure star player Victor Osimhen after agreeing a deal worth up to €80 million.
“It’s a major investment and also a serious risk. Insuring the player is essential, with transfers like this, precautions must be taken against possible injuries. Some American companies can provide this kind of insurance for around 1–2 million euros,” he told TRT Spor.
Dogan applauds Osimhen’s commitment to Galatasaray since joining on loan, but warned that his lack of pre-season could prove to be a setback next season.
“Osimhen has a strong sense of loyalty to his club, which could be a great source of motivation, but it's clear that he hasn’t prepared well for the season,” he added.
“He’s not training with the team, which increases the risk of injury.”
He cited an example of German striker Mario Gomez, who joined Besiktas from Fiorentina and was given a six-week conditioning period to settle into the team.
He added that Icardi, who suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury last November, could be in the same situation as he works his way to full fitness, and this could give Okan Buruk a headache at the start of the season.
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Galatasaray generate funds ahead of Osimhen’s unveiling
According to Fanatik, Galatasaray are planning to unveil Victor Osimhen during their friendly match against Italian Serie A side SS Lazio on Saturday.
Fotomac added that the club expects to generate about €5 million in ticket sales at Rams Park and merchandise for the match and unveiling of their new player.
This represents about 7% of the guaranteed fee they will pay to Napoli for the Super Eagles forward.
Osimhen names dream Premier League club
Legit.ng previously reported that Victor Osimhen revealed his dream Premier League club, which he would love to play for in the near future.
The Nigerian forward also named four legendary strikers he idolises and models his game after, including Chelsea and Ivorian legend Didier Drogba.
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