What is the update on Victor Osimhen at Galatasaray?

What is the update on Victor Osimhen at Galatasaray?

Galatasaray coach Okan Buruk is not entertaining the transfer noise around Victor Osimhen. Speaking directly on the speculation linking the Nigerian striker to clubs across Europe, Buruk was clear: "No such issue has come to us. There is nothing at the moment. Hopefully, he will continue his path at Galatasaray." For a coach who has called Osimhen a "dream" signing, the message is simple. He is not going anywhere.

The numbers back up why Galatasaray are holding firm. Since joining permanently from SSC Napoli in a record 75 million euro deal, Osimhen has scored 59 goals in 70 appearances across all competitions as of June 2026. He hit the 50-goal milestone in just 59 matches, the fastest any player has done it in the club's history.

Last season was something else entirely. In the 2024/25 campaign, Osimhen scored 37 goals in 41 matches and helped Galatasaray lift the Turkish league title. This season he already has 22 goals across all competitions, including 7 in the UEFA Champions League.

Buruk points to more than just the goal tally. He credits Osimhen's leadership, work rate, and overall influence as central to the club's recent success. With a long-term contract in place, Galatasaray hold a strong hand in any transfer conversation. Whether Europe's top clubs come calling this summer is the question worth watching.

Originally published by NotJustOk.

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