By Ellis Kweta
Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen continues to shine in his loan spell at Galatasaray, where his goal-scoring ability has propelled the club to the top of the Turkish Super Lig. Recently, Osimhen made headlines by addressing his future, following a powerful performance against Tottenham in which he scored twice, leading Galatasaray to a thrilling 3-2 victory. His comments have effectively put to rest rumors about a potential mid-season transfer to Chelsea.
Osimhen’s Form and Chelsea Speculation
After a successful 2022-23 season with Napoli, Osimhen attracted significant interest during the summer 2024 transfer window. However, despite his desire to leave Napoli, he faced limited options. A proposed move to Al-Ahli collapsed when the Saudi club opted to sign Brentford’s Ivan Toney instead, and Osimhen ultimately joined Galatasaray on loan.
Chelsea was among the clubs monitoring his situation closely, with reports hinting at potential January negotiations for the Nigerian forward. However, Osimhen’s recent remarks have cooled the speculation.
Following his standout performance against Tottenham, Osimhen responded directly to rumors linking him with Chelsea. “I will not leave in January,” he asserted, firmly stating his intention to stay at Galatasaray until the end of the season. “I am at Galatasaray until the end of the season,” he emphasized, bringing clarity to his plans and expressing satisfaction with his current club.
Focus on Galatasaray and a Possible Future Decision
Since joining Galatasaray, Osimhen has consistently delivered strong performances. His recent display against Tottenham underlined his commitment to the Turkish club, where he has settled in quickly and is making a significant impact on their league campaign.
The striker shared, “Galatasaray is a nice club that I like very much. I am very happy at Galatasaray,” indicating both his appreciation for the club and his dedication to seeing the season through.
Looking ahead, Osimhen’s focus remains solely on helping Galatasaray maintain their position at the top of the Super Lig standings.
