Victor Osimhen Among Top Three Strikers in the World Says Galatasaray Teammate
- Dries Mertens has named Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen among the top three strikers in the world
- Osimhen has scored 28 goals in 31 matches for Galatasaray this season, emerging as the club’s top scorer
- Top European clubs, including Chelsea and Arsenal, are preparing transfer bids, but Galatasaray hopes to keep him
Belgian forward and Galatasaray star Dries Mertens has publicly hailed his teammate Victor Osimhen, calling him one of the top three strikers in the world.
The bond between Mertens and Osimhen dates back to their time at Napoli, where both were key figures in the club’s attacking force.
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Now reunited at Galatasaray, their chemistry has continued to thrive as the Nigerian forward has become a fan favourite in Istanbul with his goals and overall contributions for Okan Buruk’s men.
Speaking on The ObiOne podcast hosted by Nigerian legend John Obi Mikel, Mertens didn't hold back his admiration, describing Osimhen as not only a world-class talent but also a fantastic teammate.
“Victor Osimhen is one of the top three strikers in the world at this moment,” Mertens said.
“He’s playing, and we are lucky he’s playing with us. He’s a fantastic person, I really like him, and we have good contact—that’s why I was so glad he’s coming.”
“He is a game-changer,” Mertens added. “I know what he can do for a team, and I am lucky that he’s playing with us.”
A stellar season in Turkey for Osimhen
Osimhen, who joined Galatasaray on loan from Napoli, has been in electric form since his arrival.
According to Transfermarkt, the Nigerian international has scored 28 goals and provided five assists in just 31 matches, and has quickly become a crucial asset to the Turkish side.
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Osimhen’s performances have elevated Galatasaray domestically as they push to win the Super Lig and Turkish Cup titles, drawing widespread attention from football enthusiasts and elite clubs across the continent.
Transfer war looming on Osimhen’s behalf
Osimhen’s brilliance has not gone unnoticed as Premier League clubs like Chelsea, Arsenal, and Manchester United, as well as European heavyweights Juventus and PSG, have all been linked with a move for the 26-year-old forward, TBR Football reports.
These clubs are reportedly preparing to launch aggressive bids in the upcoming summer transfer window for the Super Eagles striker.
Despite the rising interest, Galatasaray are doing everything possible to keep Osimhen beyond this season.
The Turkish club is actively seeking ways to secure the funds needed to make the Nigerian forward’s move permanent, hoping to fend off interest from Europe’s elite clubs.
For now, the Turkish giants and their fans are relishing every moment of Osimhen’s brilliance—one goal at a time.
Mikel Obi gives fresh update on Osimhen
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that former Chelsea midfielder and Nigerian football legend John Obi Mikel has revealed that Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen is still eyeing a move to Stamford Bridge.
Despite being on loan at Galatasaray and enjoying a stellar season, the Napoli-owned forward continues to prioritise the Blues as his preferred long-term destination.
Chelsea were strongly linked with Osimhen during the closing stages of the last summer transfer window, but negotiations with Napoli fell through.
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